AgAir Update 2013 Show Guide

21st Annual NAAA Convention Show Guide

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47th Annual NAAA Convention and Exposition December 9-12, 2013 Reno, Nevada

Meet the New Kids On the Crop.

The new Thrush 510G now available in both single and dual cockpit versions.

Powered by the revolutionary GE H80 turbine engine, the 510G is quickly becoming the talk of the fields thanks to its higher cruise speeds, enhanced hot and high performance and increased fuel efficiency. Not to mention it requires no hot section inspections and boasts a TBO of 3,600 hours. Like every Thrush, the 510G is built to work as hard as you do – and to deliver the superior productivity, security and value you’ve come to expect from the most innovative aircraft manufacturer in the business.

Come meet the single and dual cockpit 510G – the newest airplanes in ag aviation. Visit us online, or call Eric Rojek at 229.789.0437.

Where innovation is nothing new.

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A Message from Thrush Aircraft It’s hard to believe another year has gone by but, in just a few weeks, the industry will be headed to Reno for NAAA 2013, and we’ll be looking forward to seeing you at what promises to be an outstanding show.

The folks at AgAir Update allow us space in this special issue each year to tell you just about anything we want about our company and our products. But, as we’ve mentioned before, we think a much better use of your attention and your time would be to talk about the things happening in our business right now, that will have positive and lasting affects on you, and the work that you do.

You see, here at Thrush, we’ve always embraced the rule that: “Leaders should promote their category, rather than just their products” and it’s something we take very seriously. To accomplish this in 2013, we focused on two things: Exposing more people outside our industry to the benefits agricultural aviation brings to our world as well as to the technology behind it – and also doing something meaningful about the coming pilot shortage we anticipate in our industry.

This year, to expose more people to ag aviation in a positive and effective way, we took our aircraft to the largest aviation gathering in the world – EAA AirVenture at Oshkosh. Seven days. More than 500,000 people. And a celebratory atmosphere surrounding aviation that’s unmatched anywhere in the world. And we didn’t just sit there quietly once we arrived. We performed in the airshow – the first time ever for an agricultural airplane to do so – bringing ag aviation up close to hundreds of thousands of people in a spectacular way.

Our pilot, Terry Humphrey, put our new Thrush 510G through its paces on two different days – using a demonstration routine developed specifically for Oshkosh.

You should have heard the applause and seen the thumbs up from virtually everyone in the crowd – from astronauts to ten-year olds – as they truly enjoyed seeing a real ag airplane demonstrating what real ag airplanes do, complemented by a narration from the show’s announcers that was carefully crafted to promote the positive effect our industry has in everyone’s life.

Our second focus this year was to pay more than just lip service to the growing shortage of qualified ag pilots we see in the world, brought about not only by the increasing retirements of older pilots, but also by the growing number of ag aircraft being built – thanks to ever-increasing evidence of their superiority to ground-based applicators. Simply put, we believe our industry will need more bright, young, well-trained pilots – and sooner rather than later.

The first step for us in this direction was to create a scholarship program in concert with a terrific organization called Women in Aviation. With over 9,000 members, this group helps promote flying careers for both women and men – and together this year we launched the Thrush Agricultural Aviation Scholarship, which will award $10,000 to a winning candidate to be used to further their training and flying of agricultural aircraft.

The scholarship will be awarded in March, and we could not be more excited to be a part of it.

Also this year, we’ve begun development of a partnership with a Georgia state college to support a terrific new education program they have in the works. The program will allow students to obtain a degree that combines business, aviation and agricultural studies while also taking pilot training – from a private rating all the way up through commercial and ATP – all with the goal of stimulating new interest in agricultural flying as a career. When it’s ready, we believe this curriculum will be something every ag pilot will be proud of.

Oshkosh, scholarships, college programs – it all may seem a long way away from the business of selling airplanes. But to us, it’s actually more important. Because if we can help agricultural aviation become more accepted, and help more people participate in it, we’re ensuring our industry’s future for generations to come. And to us, that’s our most important mission – and it’s one we intend to continue to accomplish in interesting ways for many years to come.

I hope you’ll join us.

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from the Cockpit Bill Lavender Publisher, AgAir Update

From the Cockpit

Dealt a winning hand Back in Reno again, the National Agricultural Aviation Association’s (NAAA) annual convention and exhibition will be held December 9-12, 2013.

The Welcome Reception will be Monday night with the exhibit hall open on Tuesday and Wednesday and the Farewell Banquet Thursday night. As always, the NAAA promises and delivers an excellent venue for ag-pilots worldwide to network, educate and have an all-around good time.

Reading the pages of AgAir Update’s Show Guide for the NAAA trade show will let you know what to do, where to go and when to do it. For those of you not yet registered, everything you need to know about how to do that can be found here.

The purpose of AgAir Update’s Show Guide is primarily two-fold; promote attendance to the NAAA convention and better facilitate the time of those attending. When you read the Show Guide, you will see exhibitors’ ads featuring their products and services. In some cases, you will read a more detailed accounting of what you can expect when stopping by an exhibitor’s booth. You will also read about speakers, the program schedules for NAAA and WNAAA, as well as any other important events taking place this week.

Reading AgAir Update’s Show Guide is an exercise in preparation. It will help you identify which sessions and receptions to attend and which exhibitors

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Reap the benefits of NAAA’s 2013 convention Dec. 9–12 in Reno

by Dana Ness, NAAA President, and Andrew Moore, NAAA Executive Director On behalf of the National Agricultural Aviation Association, we would like to invite all AgAir Update readers to NAAA’s 47th Annual Convention & Exposition Dec. 9–12. With access to more than two dozen education and training programs, 130+ exhibitors and 1,000+ attendees, you won’t find a better opportunity to stay up on the latest technology, products, techniques and trends impacting your business.

This year NAAA is returning to one of our longtime convention destinations, Reno, Nev. Reno has always been a great location for pilots and exhibitors. Its convention center is blessed with ample show space, large trade show doors and close access to the Reno airport—three ingredients that work in aircraft exhibitors’ favor. It should come as no surprise, then, that seven aircraft will be on display at the NAAA Trade Show for attendees to explore and enjoy, but we are also hoping for a surprise appearance by a special celebrity aircraft.

Stay tuned on that…

The Silver Legacy Resort & Casino will serve as NAAA’s headquarters hotel, making it the place to see and be seen if you work in the aerial application industry. The last time we were in Reno was in 2009, and since then, the hotel has spent more than $6 million upgrading sleeping rooms and restaurants.

With its central location, luxurious rooms and first-class amenities, the Silver Legacy has it all— including an 85,000-square-foot casino floor.

NAAA’s room rate is $75 per night, but you’ll have to act fast—the cutoff date for NAAA’s room block is Nov. 6. Use the reservation code NAAA13 to obtain NAAA’s special group rate. To reserve your room, call 1-800-687-8733 or visit www.agaviation.org/ content/naaa-2013-hotel-registration-information.

The convention should get off to a stirring start at NAAA’s Kickoff Breakfast Dec. 9. You’ll hear the uplifting “Miracle on the Hudson” story from First Officer Jeff Skiles, co-pilot of the Jan. 15, 2009, U.S. Airways flight. Enjoy the breakfast buffet and hear the stories, lessons and scenarios from Jeff’s experiences in the cockpit.

After the Kickoff Breakfast, the ASABE Technical Session will build on a new format that was introduced last year. Rather than focusing on specific research projects, members of ASABE’s presenters will address high-interest topics, exploring matters such as spray droplet size and classification, nozzle selection and operation, and spray deposition into the crop canopy using different nozzle systems and rates. Several states have granted CEUs for this session, including Delaware, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Montana, Pennsylvania and Wyoming.

The theme of this year’s convention is “Ag Aviation: Agriculture’s Best Deal.” We strive to live up to that ideal by looking for new ways to make the convention better and better each year, and we feel that we have done just that with the addition of three exciting new sessions to our Thursday afternoon lineup.

We are proud to present the first-ever NAAREF Safety Session, which will focus on the prevention of stall/spin accidents, and encourage all attendees, regardless of experience level, to stay for this session. Second, based on the success of our highly popular Compaass Rose sessions, we decided to try something new in Reno: speed mentoring! This fastpaced orientation session for new and prospective ag pilots will consist of a series of 10-minute speed mentoring rounds led by experienced operators and pilots, insurance representatives and ag schools.

NAAA’s “Ask the Expert” Speed Mentoring Session will begin right after the Dec. 12 Compaass Rose Session.

Lastly, we’re pleased to present our first session on unmanned aircraft. With agriculture seen as huge market for UAVs, for better or worse, drones could have a profound effect on aerial applicators.

Come to this intriguing panel and find out from representatives of the UAV, academic and federal government communities how they see unmanned aircraft being used in agriculture and for other civilian purposes.

In addition to our three new concurrent sessions, we have several oldies but goodies on the docket.

NAAA’s allied industry companies will host more than 20 company and concurrent sessions covering topics such as chemicals, propulsion units, engine manufacturing, security, application technology and helicopters. For new and low-time pilots, two Compaass Rose Sessions will be held at the front (Dec. 8) and back end (Dec. 12) of the convention.

Advocacy and public relations training is the focus of NAAA’s General Session on Dec. 10. Whether it’s dealing with customers, civilians or consumers, engaging the public is becoming a more and more important part of an aerial applicator’s job description. Believe it or not, you can accomplish almost as much good outside the cockpit as you can inside it by making a good impression, dispelling myths about the industry and educating people about all the benefits of agricultural aviation. That’s not always easy to do, which is why we hope you can join us for “Earning a Skeptical Public’s Trust: How to Make a Compelling Case for Agricultural Aviation and the Work You Do.” Two of agriculture’s best linguists will advise us on this subject: Steve Powell of Solum Consulting and Leonard Gianessi of the Crop Protection Research Institute.

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47th Annual NAAA Convention & Exposition, December 9–12, 2013 • Reno, Nevada

With a jam-packed itinerary, success is in the cards Get ready for a high-stakes adventure in Reno, Nev., at NAAA’s 47th Annual Convention & Exposition Dec. 9–12. Similar to this year’s theme, “Ag Aviation: Agriculture’s Best Deal,” agricultural aviation’s highest-yielding convention offers countless opportunities to conduct business for your company, visit with old and new friends and learn about cutting-edge technologies and products. The 2013 NAAA Convention is the place to be for professional development. Here’s a look at what’s in store at the Biggest Little Convention in the Biggest Little City in the World.

Sunday through Thursday, December 8–12 Concurrent & Company Sessions: Nearly a dozen educational and training sessions are scheduled throughout the week for new and experienced pilots and operators, including Pratt & Whitney Canada’s PT6 Seminar, CD Aviation’s TPE331 Training Seminar, sessions from chemical, engine and aircraft manufacturers, and three exciting new sessions added to NAAA’s Thursday lineup. Those sessions are described in further detail later in this article. In addition, on Sunday, Dec. 8, and Thursday, Dec. 12, the PAASS presenters will moderate Compaass Rose, an information-sharing session geared toward lowtime and prospective ag pilots.

Monday, December 9 Kickoff Breakfast: Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from Jeff Skiles, First Officer and co-pilot of “The Miracle on the Hudson,” U.S. Airways Flight 1549. He will share his story of what happened the morning of Jan. 15, 2009, when the aircraft made an emergency landing on the Hudson River. Enjoy the breakfast buffet and hear the stories, lessons and scenarios from Skiles’ experiences in the cockpit.

The Kickoff Breakfast is also an opportunity to say hello to friends and see who’s at this year’s convention. Tickets for the Kickoff Breakfast and Farewell Banquet are included in the “with banquets” registration package. Anyone with a “without banquets” package can purchase tickets for the 2013 Kickoff Breakfast à la carte.

ASABE Technical Session: NAAA’s educational programming leads off with the ASABE Technical Session, led by members of the American Society of

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Agricultural and Biological Engineers. As always, you can expect a science-based overview of the latest state-of-the-art aerial application research—from minimizing drift to maximizing efficacy. ASABE’s presenters will focus on practical uses for aerial applicators during their presentations. Some states grant CEUs for this session. Visit www.agaviation. org/content/ceu-information for more information.

Tuesday, Dec. 10 General Session: Earning a Skeptical Public’s Trust: How to Make a Compelling Case for Agricultural Aviation and the Work You Do: Did you know that fewer than 2% of Americans farm for a living today and only 17% of the U.S. population lives in rural areas? The farm is a long way off from the fork for 49 out of 50 Americans, which is why NAAA has made advocacy and public relations training the focus of the 2013 General Session.

Two of agriculture’s best linguists will show you how to make a compelling case for all the good agricultural aviation does. Leonard Gianessi, Director of the Crop Protection Research Institute at the CropLife Foundation, and Steve Powell of Solum Consulting will expound on the valuable role aerial application plays in meeting global food production needs, and demonstrate how to share that message in a way that resonates with the public and aligns with their values. They will also provide tips for telling ag aviation’s story when being interviewed by the media. Everyone associated with the industry—from ag pilots and their spouses, to office and ground personnel, to allied industry representatives—will walk away with sound strategies for building a story to tell the public about the importance of the industry and the work you do.

Trade Show (Tuesday & Wednesday): In NAAA’s 2012 post-convention survey, 71% of respondents identified the NAAA Trade Show as their favorite program. There’s a reason it’s the convention’s premier event. This year, the world’s largest agricultural aviation trade show will feature 130+ exhibitors from all facets of the agricultural aviation sector and seven different aircraft, including one potential surprise celebrity aircraft.

Live Auction: On Tuesday evening, join NAAA for

the Live Auction and Reception. This annual auction has become a highlight of the NAAA Convention with top-notch industry items to bid on and an engaging auctioneer, Illinois operator Kevin Palmer.

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the PT6 engine, Pratt & Whitney Canada is contributing a brand new PT6A-34AG turbine engine. For more information, including a sampling of current auction items, visit www.agaviation.org/content/ live-and-silent-auctions.

Wednesday, Dec. 13 Trade Show: The trade show continues from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Don’t miss the chance to evaluate cutting-edge products and valuable services offered by NAAA’s allied companies.

Thursday, Dec. 12 Be sure to stay through Thursday afternoon, Dec. 12, to cash in on three exciting new professional growth opportunities!

Safety Session: For the first time ever, NAAA and NAAREF are proud to present the NAAREF Safety Session. This hour-long safety program will focus on the elimination of stall/spin accidents. This is a must-attend event for all attendees, regardless of experience level. You can never learn enough about safety as an operator and pilot in the aerial application industry.

Speed Mentoring: If you’ve been in the industry less than five years, don’t miss NAAA’s “Ask the Expert” Speed Mentoring Session immediately after the Dec. 12 Compaass Rose Session. Essentially, it’s a fastpaced orientation session for new and prospective ag pilots designed to shed light on what an aerial applicator’s life is really like. A series of 10-minute speed mentoring rounds will be led by experienced operators and pilots, insurance representatives and ag schools. This is your chance to pose questions to industry experts in a smaller group setting than the Compaass Rose sessions and builds on that popular session.

Unmanned Aircraft Session: What Are They and How Do They Affect You? Drone; UAV; UAS—you’ve heard these acronyms used repeatedly, but what exactly is See NAAA page 8E

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Join us for the 47th Annual NAAA Convention & Exposition in Reno, Nev., and reap the benefits of agricultural aviation’s highest-yielding industry event! Besides being the world’s largest agricultural aviation trade show, there’s no better place to network, socialize and hear from industry experts. Attending NAAA’s Annual Convention has always been a sweet deal, but we’ve sweetened the pot even further by adding new high-stakes programming to the agenda. Mark your calendar for these marquee events!

Kickoff Breakfast: The Miracle on the Hudson

Jeff Skiles

First Officer Jeff Skiles, co-pilot of the U.S. Airways “Miracle on the Hudson” Flight 1549, will share his story of what happened the morning of Jan. 15, 2009, when the aircraft made an emergency landing on the Hudson River. Enjoy the breakfast buffet and hear the stories, lessons and scenarios from Skiles’ experiences in the cockpit. His address will keep you on the edge of your seat!

Sponsored by BASF

General Session: Communicating a Compelling Case for Agricultural Aviation in Your Community You are passionate about your job and the industry, but have you ever been tripped up during a conversation with someone who questions our industry’s importance? Two of agriculture’s best linguists will show you how to make a better case.

Leonard Gianessi, Director of the Crop Protection Research Institute at the CropLife Foundation, and Steve Powell of Solum Consulting will expound on the valuable role aerial application plays in meeting global food production needs, and demonstrate how to explain that message in a meaningful way to the public. You will walk away with tips on building a story about the importance of the industry and the work you do.

Live & Silent Auctions When it comes to high-stakes entertainment, NAAA’s Live Auction always delivers the goods. Auction proceeds support association projects and programs, so bring your checkbooks and enjoy the food and beverages sponsored by Syngenta! This year’s featured item is a new PT6A-34AG engine from Pratt & Whitney Canada to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the PT6 engine. NAAA appreciates the donation and support Pratt & Whitney Canada provides to the aerial application industry. The 2013 Live and Silent Auctions boast a wide range of products and prizes.

Visit www.agaviation.org/content/ live-and-silent-auctions for a full list of auction items.

Co-Sponsored by Syngenta, AIG & Ag Container Recycling Council

The Trade Show: NAAA’s Top Drawing Card In NAAA’s 2012 post-convention survey, 71 percent of respondents identified the NAAA Trade Show as their favorite part of the week. It is our premier event with seven aircraft and one potential surprise celebrity aircraft. Take advantage of the opportunity to visit with more than 120 exhibitors and companies you work with on a daily basis and learn about other allied companies that support our industry. Find out who’s exhibiting at www.agaviation.org/content/trade-show.

ALL NEW THURSDAY! Safety & Speed Mentoring Sessions Before you check out, be sure to stay through Thursday to cash in on two new professional growth opportunities! For the first time ever, NAAA is pleased to present the NAAREF Safety Session.

This hour-long program will provide a review of human factors with the goal of eliminating stall/spin accidents.

Sponsored by Bayer CropScience If you’ve been in the industry less than five years, don’t miss our new “Ask the Expert” Speed Mentoring Session.

This fast-paced orientation session offers guidance on becoming an ag pilot from experienced operators and pilots, insurance representatives, regulatory representatives and ag school trainers.

This is your chance to pose questions to industry experts and find out what an ag pilot’s life is really like!

That’s not all that’s in the cards!

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ASABE Technical Session and a dozen concurrent and company sessions, including FAA/security, chemical, engine and various aircraft manufacturer sessions

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Two Compaass Rose sessions, in addition to the new Speed Mentoring Session, available for new and lowtime ag pilots

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WNAAA Convention Program

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Farewell/Awards Banquet, co-sponsored by DuPont Crop Protection and Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Services

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Numerous receptions and networking opportunities

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Potential CEUs for many sessions

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NAAA continued an unmanned aerial system and how does it affect you as an aerial applicator? Come to this intriguing panel and find out from representatives of the UAV, academic and federal government communities.

Invited panelists include the Director of the FAA’s UAS Integration Office, Jeff Williams; Executive Vice President of the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) Gretchen West; and Dr. Ken Giles, Professor at the University of California, Davis’s Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering. All presenters will be taking questions from the audience following their presentations.

Farewell/Awards Banquet: NAAA’s Annual Convention & Exposition concludes with an elegant

Farewell Banquet & Awards Ceremony. Join NAAA Dec. 12 as the association honors the 2013 NAAA Award recipients for their contributions to the aerial application industry and recognize the outgoing NAAA and WNAAA officers. The banquet will conclude with 2013 NAAA President Dana Ness passing the gavel to the incoming 2014 president.

Monday through Wednesday, Dec. 9–11 WNAAA Convention: This year’s WNAAA Convention mixes business and pleasure by combining a variety of educational events and funfilled activities. Whether you’re a spouse, family member or an employee working in the industry, you’re welcome to participate in WNAAA events.

Join the WNAAA for Monday’s Casino Royale Meet & Greet and the President’s Open House. Learn tips and techniques to positively advocate for the agricultural aviation industry at Tuesday’s Athena Program. On Wednesday, don’t miss an upbeat, fun and motivating breakfast with Cathe’ Fish, a CFII, MEI with more than 6,000 hours of flight time. Space is limited for this breakfast; contact Leslie Craft at Leslie@craftairservices.com for your complimentary ticket.

The 2013 NAAA Convention is loaded with ample opportunities for education, networking and fun!

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WNAAA’s 2013 convention events!

WNAAA hopes you’ll join us for a fun filled time in Reno. Whether you’re a spouse or business employee, come and enjoy the events we’ve got planned for you--replete with events tailored to the women of the industry.

Monday December 9 8 - 9:45a.m.

10a.m. - 12p.m.

12:30 - 2 p.m.

6:30 - 7:30p.m.

Kickoff Breakfast Meet & Greet: Casino Royale President’s Open House: Texas Grill Welcome Reception

Tuesday December 10 9:30 - 11:30a.m.

12 - 5:30 p.m.

5:30 - 7p.m.

Athena Program: Positive Spin on Ag Aviation NAAA Trade Show Live Auction

Wednesday December 11 9:30 - 11:30a.m.

10a.m. - 4p.m.

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Breakfast with Cathe’ Fish Cathe’ Fish is CFII, MEI with more than 6,000 hours of flight time since 1973. You don’t want to miss her upbeat, fun and motivating program! Space is limited and tickets are required.

Order your complimentary tickets today!

NAAA Trade Show Silent Auction Closes

Thursday December 12 5:30 - 6:30p.m.

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In a post-convention survey, 71 percent of respondents identified the NAAA Trade Show as their favorite program. There’s a reason this is the convention’s premier event. The world’s largest agricultural aviation trade show brings buyers and sellers of aerial application-related products, supplies and services together under one roof. Whether you plan on upgrading your GPS system, are in the market for a new aircraft or simply want to investigate new crop protection products available from different chemical companies, you’ll find it at NAAA’s 2013 Trade Show. As of Oct. 1, more than 130 exhibitors were on board.

Our Live Auction is the single most important fundraiser for NAAA and WNAAA, and in Reno Pratt & Whitney Canada’s generous donation of a brand new PT6A-34AG engine will be one of the main highlights of this year’s auction.

The celebratory gesture is in honor of the 50th anniversary of the PT6 engine, and the latest in a string of lucrative offerings Pratt & Whitney has contributed to NAAA’s Auction. Along with the PT6 engine, a number of other great items are up for bid.

Throughout the week, there will be no shortage of opportunities to visit with old friends and make new acquaintances. From the Welcome Reception on Monday to the Farewell Reception on Thursday, you’ll be able to attend a different reception nearly every night.

That’s just a taste of what you’ll find at NAAA’s 47th Annual Convention & Exhibition. You’ll find much more information within these pages and on NAAA’s website at www.agaviation.org. Please join us for what promises to be an unforgettable week!

Register for NAAA’s 2013 Convention using the pre-registration form found in this section or online at www.agaviation.org. You’ll save $50 if you register by November 20.

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Expanding program to meet needs for agricultural pilot training Eagle Vistas is now located at Sebring Regional Airport (formerly Hendricks Field, home of B-17 training for pilots & crew during WW II) in central Florida. We are happy to announce additions to our fleet to include a Decathlon for Private Pilot, Tailwheel training, and Up-Set/Recovery Training and a single place PA-25 equipped for actual spraying and emergency dumping for supervised solo practice.

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Approved for Cessna 188, 210 and Baron Air Plains Services | www.flyinpulse.com | 620-326-8581

Please visit our website to read more about MTS and to see our test cell in operation. MTS is privately owned and is not related to any other facility with similarity in names, so be sure that you call Midwest Turbine Service, to get the Service you deserve.

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47th Annual

NAAA convention & Expo Reno, Nev. ◊ Dec. 9-12, 2013

Pre-Registration must be received in the NAAA Office by Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013. Use this form and register today!

Registration is also available online at www.agaviation.org.

MEMBER REGISTRATION: You must be the designated member of an Operator or Allied Industry Company, State Association Executive, or have a Pilot, Affiliated Operator, Affiliated Allied, Associate, International or WNAAA membership in your name, or be the spouse of a NAAA member to qualify for member rates.

Registration at the convention site will cost $50 more per person!

Registration With Banquets $335 $280 $115

Registration Without Banquets $230 $170 Free

Non-NAAA Member Non-member Spouse Child (under 12)

Registration With Banquets $460 $400 $115

Registration Without Banquets $355 $295 Free

Monday, Kickoff Breakfast Monday, Welcome Reception Thursday, Farewell Reception Thursday, Farewell Banquet/Awards

ExTRA BANqUET/REcEPTION TIckET FEES: Attendance at

the Welcome Reception, Auction Reception and Farewell Reception are included in your registration fee. Purchase Kickoff Breakfast or Farewell Awards/Banquet tickets only if you purchased “without banquets” package.

Purchase extra Welcome Reception and Farewell Reception tickets only for guests with no registration package.

REGISTRANT: First Name

NAAA Members Member Spouse Child (under 12)

MI

$45/each $45/each $30/each $80/each

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Last Name

(Please print your name as you would like it to appear on your convention badge.)

Company

Phone

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City Fax

State

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SPOUSE REGISTRANT: First Name

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Last Name

(Please print name as you would like it to appear on convention badge.)

ADDITIONAL REGISTRANTS: First First First First

PAYMENT: MI MI MI MI

Last Last Last Last

NAAA MEMBERSHIP DUES: (Check appropriate boxes) Note: Participating Operator or Pilot does not belong to a State/Regional Association.

See www.agaviation.org or call (202) 546-5722 for further membership information. ❑ Operator: $500, plus $100/ aircraft over one ❑ Extra Aircraft: $100/ aircraft over one _____ ❑ Affiliated Operator: $200 ❑ Participating Operator: $1,000, plus $100/ aircraft over one ❑ Extra Aircraft: $100/ aircraft over one _____ ❑ Pilot: $200 ❑ Participating Pilot: $380 ❑ Allied (1–10 employees): $500 ❑ (11–50 employees): $750 ❑ (51–100 employees): $950 ❑ (101–500 employees): $1,100 ❑ (500+ employees): $1,900 ❑ Affiliated Allied: $200 ❑ Associate: $95 ❑ International: $250 ❑ State/Regional Association: $750 ❑ WNAAA: $200

Registrant Fee

$

Spouse Fee

$

Add’l Registrants

$

Banquet Tickets

$

NAAA Member Dues

$

TOTAL DUE $ (U.S. funds only, must accompany registration)

❑ Credit Card

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“Signature is permission to bill Credit Card.”

Mail payment and registration form to: NAAA, 1440 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 Fax 202-546-5726 Register online at www.agaviation.org questions? call 202-546-5722 or email information@agaviation.org.

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47th Annual NAAA Convention & Exposition schedule of events While the NAAA Convention is quickly approaching, there may still be changes to the schedule of events. Updates are posted online at www.agaviation.org

Sunday, December 8 TBD 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

12–6 p.m.

12–4 p.m.

4–6 p.m.

4:30–6 p.m.

6–7 p.m.

Aircraft Move CD Aviation – TPE331 Engine Maintenance Training Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 Seminar Registration Open PAASS PDC Meeting Compaass Rose NAAA/WNAAA Board Meetings Operation S.A.F.E. Analysts Meeting

Monday, December 9 7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

8 a.m.–10 p.m.

8–9:45 a.m.

10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

10 a.m.–12 p.m.

12:30–2 p.m.

1–2:30 p.m.

2:45–4:15 p.m.

4:30–6 p.m.

6:30–7:30 pm

Registration Open Exhibitor Setup Kickoff Breakfast Sponsored by BASF ASABE Technical Session (CEUs possible) Canadian AAA Board Meeting WNAAA Meet & Greet WNAAA President’s Open House Concurrent/Company Sessions • Satloc Session • DuPont Crop Protection Session Concurrent/Company Sessions • FAA/Security Session • Radial Engines Session • AgSync Session Concurrent/Company Sessions • AG-NAV Session • Chemical Session Welcome Reception

Tuesday, December 10 7:00–8:30 a.m.

7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

8–11:30 a.m.

8:45–9:30 a.m.

9:30–11:30 a.m.

9:45–11:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

CP Products Breakfast & Seminar Registration Open Exhibitor Setup NAAA Business Meeting WNAAA Athena Program NAAA General Session Sponsored by Syngenta, AIG & Ag Container Recycling Council Transportation to Convention Center Registration at Convention Center

12–5:30 p.m.

3–5 p.m.

5:30–7 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

NAAA Trade Show NAAREF Board Meeting Live Auction & Reception Reception sponsored by Syngenta Pratt & Whitney Canada Reception

Wednesday, December 11 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

7–9 a.m.

8–9:30 a.m.

8:30–9:30 a.m.

9:30–11:30 a.m.

10 a.m.–4 p.m.

3 p.m.

4–8 p.m.

4–5:30 p.m.

Registration Open PAASS Presenters Meeting Concurrent/Company Sessions • Scott’s – Bell 47 Session • Laviasa Session Allied Industry Meeting WNAAA Program NAAA Trade Show Silent Auction Closes Exhibitor Teardown Concurrent/Company Sessions • P&WC PT6 Turbine Engine Session • TPE331 Engine Session • Helicopter Session

Thursday, December 12 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

8–10 a.m.

8–9:30 a.m.

9:45–11:15 a.m.

1–2 p.m.

2:15–3:15 p.m.

2:15–3:45 p.m.

3:30–4:45 p.m.

5:30–6:30 p.m.

6:30 p.m.

Registration Open Final Freight Move-out Concurrent/Company Sessions • Air Tractor Session Concurrent/Company Sessions • Thrush Session NAAREF Safety Session Compaass Rose Concurrent/Company Sessions • Unmanned Aircraft: What They Are and How They Affect You “Ask the Expert” Speed Mentoring Session Farewell Reception Farewell/Awards Banquet Sponsored by DuPont Crop Protection and Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service (Tickets sold at the door until sold out)

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18488 West HWY 30 P.O. Box 215 Hershey, NE 69143 Phone: 308-368-5556 Fax: 308-368-5503 hfsagc@hersheytel.net www.hersheyflyingservice.com

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2014 will mark the 65th anniversary of Hershey Flying Service being in business.

Originally started in 1949 as an aerial application business, Hershey eventually decided to dedicate its resources entirely towards maintenance and repair of agricultural aircraft specifically the Ag Cat in 1974. Since that time Hershey has developed many STC modifications to the Ag Cat, along with holding numerous PMA replacement parts to support the fleet.

Although Hershey Flying Service has earned the reputation as being the “Ag Cat people”, we are currently working towards supporting other models of agricultural aircraft with parts and maintenance. We just recently received PMA for Weatherly tail springs. To meet the demand of new quality parts Hershey is moving towards implementing a state of the art machine shop using CNC equipment. Hershey Flying Service truly is “Everything AgCat...and more.”

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AgSync

Booth

AgSync designed for aerial applicators and more AgSync is the complete application management system designed for aerial applicators, agronomists, agricultural producers, retailers and seed companies.

With the cloud based AgSync system and apps you can bring the whole application process full circle.

available for the iPad and can be downloaded for free. An AgSync login is needed in order to load fields and set up associations. The agronomist has instant access to reports and data for quick evaluation.

This winter AgSync will introduce AgSync Mobile, a mobile work order system.

Create orders from anywhere, no longer will you need to have a computer to get your fields sprayed. Using your smartphone, iPad, or any mobile device with web capability you can view your fields, and send them off for processing.

Continued mobility is key to success and the AgSync Operator app allows tasks to be sent wirelessly to any mobile device for easy retrieval. Users of Operator can view, reassign and complete the work from anywhere, and send this data immediately back to the AgSync system. No need to wait to return to your office and enter completion data, it is already there and processed by the time you return.

AgSync is also excited to bring to you AgriSite IPM. AgriSite is a unique tool for scouts and agronomists to link to AgSync like never before. Once you open your app you will have full access to all your fields for quick and detailed reporting of conditions. A simple click and those reports are sent to the agronomist for review and action. Include photos and geo-location details for each site. AgriSite is

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Auger Dan’s Trucks

Stainless steel auger systems for loading ag aircraft Electronic height adjustable clear sock for dry material delivery

870-578-6133

Phone: Home: 870-972-8056 • Cell: 870-919-2317 Fax: 870-578-6145

augerdantrucks@gmail.com

2612 Glenwood, Jonesboro, AR 72401 View our video on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/MrAugerD

The unquestioned leader in loader systems.

First choice of the most successful operators.

Not the cheapest - simply the finest.

Service

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Overhaul

Providing your the best in overhauled engine and airframe accessories, fuel metering units and aircraft propellers. We can issue 8130’s for domestic and international customers. Major distributor for Weldon Pump, Dukes, Inc., Rapco Fleet Support and Kelly Aerospace

First class service to the aircraft industry for more than 40 years!

FAA Approved Repair Station #RV3R829L

Lighting Up the World... ...one Runway or Taxiway at a Time.

BrightPortal Resources, LLC 2003 Avenue G • Danbury, TX 77534 Tim Cowsert tim@brightportalresources.com www.brightportalresources.com

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Aircraft Accessories Repairs, Sells, Services, Overhauls and Exchanges  Air Conditioning Compressor Drive Motor  Aircraft Heaters  Alcohol Pumps  Alternators  Blower Motors  Carburetors  Controllers  Cowl Flap Motors  De-Ice Distributor Valve

 Electro-Mechanical Linear Actuators  Feathering Pumps  Feathering Valve  Fuel Boost Pumps  Fuel Injectors  Fuel Pumps  Gate Valve  Generators  Governors  Hydraulic Pump

 Hydraulic Power Paks  Induction Vibrator  Inverters  Landing Gear Motors  Magnetos  Manifolds  Motors (AC-DC)  Pressure Relief Valves  Propellers  Regulator and Relief Valves

 Reverse Current Relays  Scavenge Pumps  Single Port Ejector Valve  Starter Generators  Starters  Starter Adapters  Tach Generators  Turbo Chargers  Vacuum Pumps  Waste Gates

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Turbine Aircraft Marketing

TAM-there for you TURBINE AIRCRAFT MARKETING, INC. (TAM)-Specializes in Honeywell TPE 331 engines, Hartzell props, engine instruments and gauges. TAM was established more than 14 years ago with David Finley heading up the Engine Group. David has over 40 years experience in general aviation engines.

Thelma Pence has over 28 years of experience in both commercial and general aviation engines. TAM maintains an inventory of engines, and other related engine requirements which are forever changing to accommodate the ag aviation industry demand. Whether you require an outright purchase, lease, or exchange on your TPE 331 engine requirement, we can accommodate your need. You may require something other than an engine, such as a Hartzell prop, engine

instrument or gauge. We are here to help. Time is valuable, so let us lend a hand to keep your engine costs down and you in the air.

As our engine inventory is constantly changing we make every effort to maintain an inventory of -1, -5, -6, and -10 Honeywell TPE 331 engines at all times. Additionally, we often carry the PT6 line of engines and inventory of PT6 spares.

TAM is just north of BIG D (Dallas) and accessible from every direction you may be located. Give us a call or drop us an email.

David Finley, 972.248.3108 ext 213, 214.649.2288 mobile, dfinley@ turbineair.com or Rick Forbes, 972.248.3108 ext 302, 214.649.2290 mobile, rforbes@turbineair.com

Spreading The Wings of Insurance Protection to Ag Aircraft Owners and Pilots

TPE 331 Engines and Accessories 3 and 4 blade Hartzell Hubs Engine Instruments Inventory includes: -1, -5, -6 and -10 series engines

David Finley 972.248.3108 ext 213 214.649.2288 mobile dfinley@turbineair.com

Rick Forbes 972-248-3108 ext 302 214-649-2290 mobile rforbes@turbineair.com

Dallas Office 4550 Jimmy Doolittle Drive Addison, Texas 75001 TEL: 972.248.3108 • FAX: 972.248.3321

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Falcon Insurance is one of the largest independently owned insurance specialists in the country. Our professional staff has decades of experience in aviation insurance, and we are uniquely qualified to provide insurance protection for agricultural aircraft owners and pilots.

We are dedicated to providing you with insurance coverage and service that sets the standard for the industry.

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Ag-Nav

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Ag-Nav making your next job...

The AG-NAV INC. team invites you to visit us at Booth # 1201 during the 47th NAAA convention in Reno, NV. FREE GIS post-processing software will be available to all visitors. On-site training provided.

This year, AG-NAV INC. is pleased to introduce the new and improved Guidance system “AGNAV GUIA PLATINUM”. This system is designed like no other Nav system without operational costs.

The Guia Platinum operating system is based on the LINUX platform, thus many advantages and higher performance delivered to our customers.

With the latest technologies in computer and data communications, the Guia Platinum is designed to bring you the following benefits: Making your next job easier: The Guia Platinum has resistive touch screen with feedback to your touch and remote control 5-way switch which make navigation easier than ever before. Intuitive screen and on line help allow you to select the right command and configuration for your navigation needs.

Making your next job safer: The Guia Platinum includes the obstacle and power line warning feature, which warns you of incoming obstacles and power lines. Now you can fly with a peace of mind.

Making your next job more accurate: The Guia Platinum has auto booms technology, which turns spray on and off automatically. No more worries about when to turn spray on and off. No more worries about spraying over exclusion zones.

Making your next job more effective: The Guia Platinum is compatible with our optional flow and gate control devices. This ensures that you apply the amount you want no matter what speed you’re flying.

Making your next job more comfortable: The Guia Platinum has 8.4” super bright screen which can display a moving map with the aircraft centered on screen; or aircraft moving on the map with Line up or North up depending on your preference. Georeferenced topo map background is available. If you work at night, just press a button to change the display from day time mode to night time mode.

Optional NVG Navigation screen available.

Keeping all companies that interact with your application connected: The Guia Platinum has built in Wi-Fi and 3G module, which allows your customers and/or contractors to send project and area files directly to your system. You can send emails and spray data in your system directly to your

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customers and contractors when job is done.

We will be glad to show you other products and technologies from AG-NAV: The SPRAYVIEWW software has been very successful with helping our clients interface applied data to Google Earth KMZ and KML maps. During the 2013 season many customers used this software to get accurate maps and geo-referenced data for their applications by interfacing with Google Maps. With SPRAYVIEWW, data analysis is easy and reporting is better than with other more costly agriculture GIS software on the market. Software upgrades are FREE forever.

The Auto ON/OFF BOOMS System is the technology that allows you to use geo-referenced maps with exclusion zones and such when doing an aerial application and you want automatic control of the spray system. This year we delivered a fully automatic on/off valve that reacts in a fraction of a second to the map’s information during the application. This allows for the pilot to just fly the lines and maintain the guidance line accuracy. This makes the Nav system fully automatic along with our automatic AG-FLOW control.

The SMART BAR (Large & Small), BRIGHT BAR (Large & Small), PILOT INDICATOR hardware suits the requirements for fixed wing aircraft and helicopters; Light weight and aerodynamically designed to fit any type of aerial application aircraft.

All models will be on display at Booth # 1201.

When you visit us at our booth, we will have several systems on display for you to interact with, such as the popular AG-NAV GUIA “GOLD” model for aerial application. The AG-NAV GUIA is a DGPS navigation system designed to meet and exceed specific requirements for guidance in aerial applications. Features such as the USB ports allows for fast uploading and downloading of files, saving you time and money. One USB stick can store data for a whole season, making the AG-NAV GUIA very safe and reliable. No data cards, no PCMCIA, no memory cards to carry or lose, just a plain USB key will do the trick. With the AG-NAV GUIA, your data stays in the hard drive until you decide otherwise.

The NAV SYSTEM - The operating system for the AG-NAV GUIA allows pilots to navigate through menus with relative ease. It runs on LINUX platform; there are no attacks from viruses most common found in Windows operating systems. The AG-NAV GUIA uses features with full data logging that has

proven user-friendly and successful in agricultural, forestry, geophysics, mosquito control and many other airborne applications.

The FLIGHTMASTER and Accuair navigation systems have been designed to meet mosquito control aerial application specific requirements in the battle against field infestation and forest pest control respectively. These systems carry an on-board weather station and provide real-time information on wind speed, wind direction, relative humidity, temperature and barometric pressure.

Data is updated on every pass and displayed on a moving map during navigation. FLIGHTMASTER and Accuair provide the pilot with swath, directional guidance and other navigational information required to carry out precise offset drift aerial applications.

The AG-FLOW automatic flow control system has been designed to ensure a steady distribution of application rates by automatically adjusting its flow. This system consists of a flow meter or sensor, a valve and DC motor to adjust the valve position, and a controller box. The flow rate is adjusted automatically by the valve position; thus, controlling the required flow to the spray booms.

The controller box is a state-of-the-art computer which has serial ports and CAN bus technology used for communications with other systems. The simple and easy installation process guarantees that the AG-FLOW is ready to use right after installation as calibration is very fast and effective. The AG-FLOW is also capable of variable rate applications.

The AG-FLOW 1 is the only one you need for automatic flow control, working as a standalone unit the system performs same as the Ag-Flow (above) but without the need of a guidance system. Data is recorded at all times and can be easily viewed with Navvieww Software.

Please register with us at www.agnav.com/ NAAA2013 for a FREE Q&A session. This session will take place on December 09 from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. For more information on the above systems and other AG-NAV products such as FIRE-NAV, TRAXNAV, GROUND-NAV, LI-NAV and PHOTO-NAV, please visit us at NAAA BOOTH # 1201 or contact us today at 1-800-99 AGNAV (24628). You can also visit our website at www.agnav.com.

SEE YA AT THE 47th NAAA CONVENTION

Visit us at booth #1201 and TOUCH the new Ag-Nav Screen, you will be surprised.

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TPE 331

TPE 331

INTERCONTINENTAL JET SERVICE CORP. • • • • • • • • •

CAM INSPECTIONS HOT SECTION INSPECTIONS GEARBOX INSPECTIONS ENGINE ACQUISITION -10AV ENGINE UPGRADES PARTS PURCHASES 24/7 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ACCESSORY REPAIR AND OVERHAUL PROPELLER SERVICE AND OVERHAUL

Intercontinental Jet Service Corp. is a Honeywell Factory Authorized Agricultural Service Center that can offer total support for your TPE 331 engine anytime, anywhere.

3322 N. 74th E. Ave. • Tulsa, OK 74115

800-349-6827 Fax: 918-834-5187 www.ijetservice.com

IJSC

1226 Booth

Intercontinental Jet Service Corp (IJSC) is a Honeywell Authorized TPE 331 Agricultural Service Center based in Tulsa, OK, with over 25 years in business and some of the most knowledgeable TPE331 technicians in the industry. In addition to scheduled and unscheduled maintenance requirements, IJSC can also provide engine upgrades and rental engines.

IJSC offers 24/7 technical assistance and will provide on-site assistance when the need arises. We take pride in our work and our reputation and will always work to accommodate the business schedules and financial needs of our customers.

In addition to complete TPE331 service, we have an inventory of new, overhauled and inspected parts and components for both aircraft and engines, everything from consumables, such as S.O.A.P kits and filters, to major components, such as fuel valves and igniter boxes. Additionally, IJSC has an accessory shop that can repair or overhaul your aircraft components such as starter/generators, fuel boost pumps and tach generators.

ISJC is also pleased to announce the addition of our propeller overhaul facility providing overhaul and repair of Hartzell and McCauley reciprocating and turbine engine propellers. In addition to the recently added propeller service capability we are also an excellent source for new and overhauled propeller assemblies for outright or exchange situations. With a dedicated group of professionals from the propeller industry we are able to provide the highest level of quality at a competitive value.

For more information about our capabilities, request a quote, or technical assistance please contact Neil James at neil@icjetservice.com or 1-800-349-6827

Booth

14 YEARS MAKING OPERATORS MORE MONEY Spectrum Electrostatic Sprayers, Inc. 7500 San Felipe, Suite 860 Houston, TX 77063 USA Website: spectrumsprayer.com Southern US & Other Countries

Phone: 713-783-5771 Fax: 713-783-5772

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320-848-2745 320-848-2745

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Serving agricultural aviation for 61 years

Authorized distributor for Air Tractor, Southeastern Aircraft Sales offers new and used aircraft, parts and service. Now in our 61st year, our reputation has been built on honesty and integrity. We would welcome the opportunity to be of service to you and your company.

Visit us at booth #431

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Aircraft Sales & Service, Inc. Fort Pierce, Florida

Our 61st year serving agricultural aviation Sales • Service • Parts

800-441-2964

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NationAir Aviation Ins. It’s time to expect more from an aviation insurance broker.

A lot more. Many insurance buyers don’t realize just how much they could be getting from a broker—and how much they might be missing.

Agricultural aviation requires specialized insurance knowledge.

Fortunately, NationAir has provided affordable coverage in this area for over three decades, so we understand all of the details and issues related to the aerial applications business.

We provide you with superior customer care, expert advice and unique services such as contract review and dedicated claim advisors.

It’s time to discover better. And NationAir delivers. To learn more, contact a NationAir ag representative today.

• Liability Protection

• Property and Casualty

• Physical Damage Coverage

• Workers’ Compensation

• Fixed Wing or Rotorcraft

• Mosquito Abatement

Tom Kaiser

800-327-2222

Jason Little

855-871-3386

Rob Nadr

800-456-0236

www.NationAir.com

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John Worthing 800-456-0248

Meeting aerial applicators’ insurance needs NationAir’s experience, history and underwriter relationships make it one of the dominant insurance brokers in the agricultural aviation marketplace. NationAir Aviation Insurance is among the country’s top 10 aviation insurance brokers, as well as a top five broker with significant underwriters. The sheer volume of business that NationAir places, along with its knowledge and reputation for integrity, gives it a level of influence that benefits all of its clients.

Aerial applications represents a significant part of NationAir’s core business.

Its professionals have been committed to representing aerial applicators for more than three decades. NationAir’s team knows how challenging and complex this industry can be, and understands what the ag community needs from a broker.

NationAir’s influence and experience enable you to get the most competitive rates in the industry, and also gives them early access to key developments from the markets.

In its 35th year of operation, NationAir Aviation Insurance is one of the largest and oldest specialty aviation brokerages in the United States, with three agricultural specialists and representatives in eight locations across the country.

While NationAir represents all types of aircraft owners and operators, from homebuilts to regional airlines, agricultural aviation has been one of its specialties since its inception.

NationAir boasts the most knowledgeable, committed service team in the industry, too. NationAir knows it takes more than just one person to handle your insurance needs. Its team approach means there are many people working behind the scenes to assure a rapid response for time-critical issues such as certificate requests. A strong infrastructure, with a highly trained, experienced service team, gives brokers the time to do their jobs while increasing the level of attention you receive. And there’s always a friendly voice at the other end of the phone instead of an endless chain of voice mail options.

What’s more, NationAir offers additional services as part of your basic insurance package. The company’s in-house claims advisors serve as advocates on your behalf, dealing with underwriters and making sure the claims process goes smoothly. A contract specialist, Gary Stewart of Ascot Consulting, reviews your contracts to make sure your interests are fairly represented. NationAir clients receive these services at no additional charge.

Throughout the year, NationAir meets regularly with clients and associates in the aerial applications industry, attending all major national and state association events. To better share its agricultural knowledge, NationAir publishes Fly Low, Fly Safe, keeping you updated on key industry issues and creating a forum for your questions and concerns. The newsletter, published several times a year, includes articles from industry experts, NationAir brokers, underwriters and claims representatives. To read past issues, visit http://nationair.com/commercial/ agaviation.php The agricultural aerial application business is very competitive. You probably get regular requests from brokers to handle your insurance. But only NationAir provides the right combination of experience, knowledge and outstanding customer service. NationAir will help you find the right coverage at the best rates possible, and review your coverage periodically so it keeps up with you’re the everchanging agribusiness environment.

Discover better. Discover NationAir. For more information, www.nationair.com.

824 Booth

AeroFlow Systems

AFS check valves the choice of applicators AFS check valves continue to be the check valve of choice for discerning aerial applicators who are concerned about making their operation leak..and drip...free..

Two models, standard and on-off, allow operators to configure spray booms for quick, easy gallonage change.

The internal screen filters particles to eliminate the cause of check valve leaks.

Join the long list of satisfied customers and start spraying with confidence.

AeroFlow Systems will be in booth 824 in Reno, come by and say hello.

Standard Check Valve

On-Off Check Valve

WE DO IT RIGHT!

We’re the small shop that’s huge on service - unsurpassed in workmanship.

We’re your experts for complete service to the full line of Pratt & Whitney PT6 Engines.

• Overhaul • Repair • On-site Capabilities • Hot sections in the Field

www.southwest-airmotive.com 4801 North Tumbleweed Road • Eloy, Arizona 85131

520-466-7274

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Tractor With 2013 milestones in the books, Air Tractor looks ahead Booth

If this year was an indication, 2014 is set to be another banner year for Air Tractor, the world’s leading manufacturer of aerial application and firefighting aircraft.

2013 was marked by several historic milestones for the Olney, Texas company. In April, its 500th aircraft in the AT-802 series—the company’s hugely popular 800-gallon ag and firefighting aircraft— rolled off the production line, followed in mid-July by the 3,000th Air Tractor, an AT-502B. Last year Air Tractor produced and sold 180 aircraft, a company record, and one that will most likely be broken again in 2013. “All of our investments during the past several years to increase production, manufacturing quality and efficiency are paying off now,” says company president Jim Hirsch. “We are on track to produce 182 aircraft by the end of the December.”

Hirsch remarked that Air Tractor has come a long way since it was founded in 1971 by Leland Snow, the ag aviation legend who passed away in 2011. “In 1975 we delivered 20 airplanes. That doesn’t sound like many now, but it was a real accomplishment then.

Hirsch adds, “Today Air Tractor produces more ag airplanes annually than all of our competitors put together.”

Air Tractor is positioning itself for continued growth and reaching new milestones, adding more capabilities in manufacturing and product support reports Hirsch.

The Customer Service Department recently completed a makeover and expansion, giving it a greatly increased capacity and an even deeper inventory of replacement parts. A newly enlarged

Air Tractor delivered its 3,000th airplane in August, 2013.

and remodeled parts shipping area promises Air Tractor customers faster, more streamlined, parts order response and fulfillment.

Jeff Dobbs, Air Tractor’s Customer Service Manager, has spearheaded the changes. “It’s a new era, of sorts. We have expanded our parts warehouse area and streamlined our processes with a new layout that has really made our workflow more efficient. A lot of focus has been put on reducing our backorder log this year, and we’ve done that.” Dobbs says that the Air Tractor Parts Department has had to become more efficient each year as more and more new airplanes enter the field. “Our goal is to make sure that Air Tractor service—from our dealers to here at the factory—is something that our customers can always depend on,” says Dobbs.

The new volume of parts has almost filled the expanded warehouse space, Dobbs reports. “We have really increased Air Tractor parts volume… like landing gear, fuselage panels, control surfaces and

The expanded, streamlined Air Tractor parts shipping area.

From left to right, Butch Anz pulls a part, David Garcia, Lupe Garcia and Ati Barrientes fill and ship orders.

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wing leading edges.” As examples, he points to more than 20 control surface parts on the shelves and dozens of landing gear assemblies on pallets, ready to ship. “In addition to our own parts,” Dobbs adds, “We’ve expanded our inventory of common replacement parts, such as filters, hoses, disc brakes and tires.”

“As we’ve grown and made changes,” said Dobbs, “we try to keep one idea in mind: Continual improvement.

From our manufacturing efficiency and quality control of our products, to our dealer organization, and right to the customer in the field. Offer a better product and better product support. That’s what our customers have come to expect from Air Tractor.”

President Jim Hirsch views these milestones and changes with the perspective of one with more than 20 years at Air Tractor. “People who know something about the culture here,” Hirsch says, “know that we are not a company that’s comfortable resting on its laurels. We are driven to be the best and we are very much looking forward to 2014.”

Dozens of Air Tractor landing gear legs on pallets, ready to ship.

Visit Us At NAAA Booth #818

Even the best gets better.

Continuous improvement—that wasn’t just a catchphrase to our founder. It was what drove him over five decades to create the most versatile and popular line of agricultural aircraft in the world. Look for Leland Snow’s legacy in the performance, the productivity, and the many pilot safety features of every Air Tractor flying.

You can’t miss it.

AIR TR ACTOR GLOBAL DE ALER NET WORK ABIDE AG-AERO CORP. (Parts Only) p: (662) 378-2282

FIELD AIR (SALES) PTY. LTD. (Australasia) p: +61-353-394-222 e: sales@fieldair.com.au

AGSUR AVIONES, S.A. (Central & South America) p: +54 (247) 743-2090 e: amoreno@waycomnet.com.ar

FROST FLYING, INC. (U.S. + Central & South America) p: (870) 295-6213 e: jrfrost47@hotmail.com

AG AVIATION AFRICA (Southern Africa) p: +27-824-515-388 e: lourens@agaviationafricat.com

LANE AVIATION (U.S. + Mexico, Central & South America) p: (281) 342-5451 / (888) 995-5263 e: glane@laneav.com

AIR TRACTOR EUROPE (Europe & North Africa) p: +34-96-265-41-00 e: v.huerta@avialsa.com

NEAL AIRCRAFT, INC. p: (806) 828-5892 e: larry@nealaircraft.com

CONAIR GROUP INC. (802F in Canada) p: (604) 855-1171 e: rpedersen@conair.ca

QUEEN BEE AIR SPECIALTIES (U.S. + Canada) p: (604) 855-1171 e: rpedersen@conair.ca

FARM AIR, INC. p: (877) 715-8476 e: farmair@mymctc.net

SOUTHEASTERN AIRCRAFT p: (772) 461-8924 / (800) 441-2964 e: mail@southeasternaircraft.com

VALLEY AIR CRAFTS p: (559) 686-7401 e: sales@thevalleyaircrafts.com

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Curtis Agri-Line ASC

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ASC Rotary Atomizers increase market share in Mexico...

by Graham Parker I first demonstrated the benefits of ASC Rotary Atomizers to a group of Mexican operators in June 2005, where there was a problem achieving control of a virus in potatoes. The virus was spread by a fly, and getting control with conventional nozzles was proving difficult. It was soon proved that by using rotary atomizers much better coverage could be achieved. Since then there has been a steady increase of the number of operators in Mexico changing to rotary atomizers.

More recently Benny Dueck, an operator in the Cuauhtemoc region of Mexico who is operating an Air Tractor 402B, enlisted the services of Alan McCracken to help him install and calibrate the system, thereby ensuring the best possible results were achieved. (A full report of the work and subsequent results are available from Alan; the report will also be published in AgAir Update)

Rotary Atomizer Systems

For precision droplet control in

ULV and Low‐Volume Aerial Spraying Serving Central and South America

Public Health Orchards

Agriculture Forestry

Plantations Migratory Pests

ASC-A10 rotary atomizers installed on AT 402 ( Picture courtesy Alan McCracken) The ASC rotary atomizers were supplied by Encap-it Aerial Supply. Since 2012 Encap-it has represented ASC Rotary Atomizers in many parts of southern USA and in Central and South America For more information contact Encap-it Aerial Supply. Toll Free at 1-855-2130914 or visit: www.encap-it.com/encapit-aerial/ email: encapitusa@gmail.com For more information I can be contacted via email at g.d.parker@btinternet.com and Alan McCracken can be contacted at mccrackenalan@aol.com

Leonard Felix (Olathe, Colorado USA)

Using ASC Rotary Atomizers Tel: 1‐855‐213‐0914 www.encap‐it.com encapitusa@gmail.com

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Learn more by visiting us at the NAAA Booth 107.

ASC-A10 Rotary Atomizer installed on a standard boom

Cascade

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Aircraft Conversions Cascade Aircraft expands engine options Booth

PT6A engines to power agricultural aircraft converted

by Cascade. Operators will be able to upgrade to PT6A turbine engine power, reliability and benefit from P&WC’s Global Service Network Longueuil, Que.,— Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) has signed a five-year agreement with Cascade Aircraft Conversions, LLC. to provide PT6A engines for agricultural operators who elect to upgrade their aircraft engines. P&WC is a United Technologies Corp. company (NYSE:UTX).

Under the agreement, P&WC will supply PT6A11AG, -15AG and -34AG engines for conversions that are accompanied by the installation of the Cascade

Pressure Cowl. This airframe modification optimizes airflow to the engine while maintaining the filtering capabilities required on agricultural aircraft. “This conversion program provides operators of mature aircraft the opportunity to upgrade to PT6A turbine engine power and reliability, and increase productivity, while benefiting from P&WC’s worldclass aftermarket support,” said Denis Parisien, Vice President, General Aviation, P&WC. “We are delighted to be able to offer PT6 engines to our customers,” said Doran Rogers, Chief Executive Officer of Cascade Aircraft Conversions, noting that there has been growing demand from agricultural operators for his company to offer PT6A engine conversion services.

(L-R) Denis Parisien, Vice President General Aviation, P&WC; Doran Rogers, CEO/Owner, Cascade Aircraft Conversions; Scott Kinzer, Customer Support/Sales, Cascade Aircraft Conversions; Tom Welch, General Manager, Cascade Aircraft Conversions; Ryan Densham, B.Eng, Marketing Account Manager, General Aviation.

“With P&WC’s legendary support and service and the proven performance enhancement of the Cascade Pressure Cowl, we have a home run on our hands!”

Rogers added that the agreement is particularly timely as P&WC is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the PT6 engine this year.

IT’S ALL ABOUT AIR! 800-716-2550

PH: 509-635-1212 • FAX: 509-635-1477

tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com

www.cascadeaircraftconversions.com

NEW PT6A Engines available now!

PT6A Engine Pressure Cowls for all models of Air Tractor & Thrush • Reduce ITT • Reduce Fuel consumption • Protect Your Investment

Call Cascade Aircraft Conversions for NEW PT6A -15AG & -34AG Engines. 100% FINANCING available (OAC). New engines in combination with the Cascade Pressure Cowl for unmatched performance, excellent filtration, class leading ease of filter and fuel nozzle maintenance.

Johnston Aircraft Service David Johnston 559-686-1794

DISTRIBUTOR NETWORK Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp.

Africair Inc./ Tropical Aviation Dist.

Dennis Davis Juan J. Phillips 800-325-0885 305-255-5955 ext. 1035

Orsmond Aerial Spray (PTY) Ltd. George Orsmond or Tom Bezuidenhout +27- (0)-58-303-5261

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Johnston Aircraft Service

1219 Booth

Progress thru innovation since 1947 We use this occasion to thank our customers in the ag aviation industry. Without you, we wouldn’t be here!

Since the beginning of Johnston Aircraft Service (JAS) in 1947, we have enthusiastically participated with you in all the positive changes for our industry. From the early radial engined biplanes converted into ag aircraft to today’s purpose built turbine ag flying machines, we have partnered with you to support positive progress. We have seen spray system technological advances, guidance system’s amazing progress, pilot safety and comfort enhancements and our industry being recognized worldwide for the tremendous support we give growers, fire fighters, pipeline patrollers, fish spotters, geological surveyors, and much, much more.

The knowledge and expertise we have gained in our 66 plus years of existence mean that we can provide you with unparalleled support. Whether it be parts, maintenance, modifications, aircraft/engine/propeller sales, or tech support, we are here for you!

Please visit with us at the show in booth 1219.

EWeVsellEandRinstall Y TCascade H IPressure N GCowlsTandHAgTip R Winglets USH “Century”

Spar Cap Kit for Thrush Aircraft 60,000 hour fatigue life, at 10,500 gross weight.

We sell and install!

AUTHORIZED THRUSH PARTS DISTRIBUTOR AND SERVICE CENTER We stock rebuilt Thrush wings

JAS Ultra Thrush.

Thrush Wing spar Cap Sales and Installation Thrush Reinforced Wing Leading Edge Sales and Installation Thrush Fuel Capacity Increase.

Thrush Landing Gear Repair/Rebuild and Sales.

Thrush Fuselage Repair and Modification.

We now have Thrush NEW CONTINUOUS DUTY 6000 hour airframe fuel pump/motor combo’s.

We can completely rebuild / refurbish YOUR Thrush

Brave Fuselage and Wing Repair and Modification.

Distributor / Rebuilder of Emco Wheaton Dry Breaks Distributor / Dealer for All Ag Equipment.

Parts & Services Catalog Available.

Distributor for APS “Bla ck Steel®” Brake discs and linings

24 HR. PHONES: 559-686-1794 or 686-2161 FAX: 559-686-9360 P.O. Box 1457, Tulare, CA 93275 Se Habla Español info@johnstonaircraft.com • parts@johnstonaircraft.com

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Se Habla Español

301 Booth

Garrco Products

Field results show it pays to take Control™

by Dennis Gardisser, WRK of Arkansas, dgardisser@wrkofar.com It’s hard to teach an old dog new tricks, but every once in a while I come upon something that is worth repeating. I’m sure many of you have heard the 80-10-10 story that I tell when it comes to drift reduction products: 80 percent of the time nothing happens, 10 percent of the time the result is worse, and 10 percent of the time there is a definite improvement. Laboratory results may be better, but actual field experience has been pretty close to this.

For years, Arkansas S.A.F.E. clinics have included one day of field evaluations of drift potential. These evaluations have included a variety of different equipment setups and operating variables and typically include the favored drift reduction additives for the area. The data has been quite sporadic and probably a reflection of the variety of setups, weather conditions, mixing procedures, and operating variables. With all that said, there have been a few products that consistently show a positive response. Control™ from GarrCo Products, Inc., has been one of the products that has consistently shown a reduction in drift potential.

A replicated field study was initiated recently to look at 19 different drift control additives and water using two aircraft. The aircraft were selected to give two separate speed scenarios, at 115 and 150 mph. This study appears on Garrco.com.

I encourage you to obtain a copy of that report and see how your favorite product performed. Control™ was one of the top performing products in this study.

The key to consistency can also hinge back to how well products perform under real field situations. Arkansas had many operators utilizing Control™ as a drift control additive. Some of the comments I hear are:

“Best material I’ve ever used.”

“Very easy to mix and load.”

“The material that I used to get on the windshield is gone.”

“Where can I get some Control™?”

When one starts hearing these types of comments, there may be more to the performance than just good lab results. I was visiting a couple of different operators during the season and overheard conversations where they were either going to borrow some Control™ from someone else’s pallet until their shipment came in or another operator was coming to borrow some from there. This alone may tell the true story on performance.

Mixing and compatibility are one of the major issues with any drift reduction additive. John Garr, Jeff Tidwell and I met on a very cold morning recently at Tidwell Flying Service in Lonoke, Ark.; to try several different tank mixes. John has some new products under development and the mix results on those are another story, but we tried every way we could think of to cause mix problems with Control™ without success.

Control™ mixed very easily under all scenarios, even with almost ice-cold water!

I have had any number of operators ask me which drift control products are best. I’m not so sure there is a best product. Remember there are many application variables. I would recommend that operators select a product that consistently shows positive results. Also, additives alone are not the complete answer, although properly utilized, they may provide an extra margin of safety. Operators should use every tool possible to avoid drift, and proper equipment setup and operation will always play a dominant role.

Control™ Boosts Fungicide Performance, Ups Yield Deposition Aid/Drift Retardant

In an aerial, low-volume, fungicide application study: • Adding Control™ to a branded, commercial fungicide increased yield of corn by 10 bu/A over fungicide alone.

• If corn is $7.00/bu, that’s an extra $70 per acre on a very small investment.

• Contact us for more information on the study and a free sample.

Without Control™

With Control™

“Your Additive Specialist” P.O. Box 619, Converse, IN 46919

Tel: 765-395-3441 Cell: 561-379-6251 Fax 413-235-5154 www.garrco.com email: mrfoam1@garrco.com

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Agrinautics SAME SUPERIOR ENGINEERING NOW EVEN MORE PROTECTED! • Hard Anodized Teflon Tuffcoat® Protection

Unsurpassed in quality and engineering

Booth

• 2 Year - 800 Hour Warranty Protection • FAA PMA Protection Maintenance Friendly Pumps, Valves & Strainers For All Aircraft Makes Specialty Application Available www.agrinautics.com 435-586-1200 • sales@agrinautics.com 1215 N. Airport Road • Cedar City, UT 84721

Agrinautics has been providing the ag industry with superior spray components for over 50 years. Founded by George Sanders in 1958, Agrinautics still takes pride in manufacturing spray pumps and valves that are unsurpassed in quality and engineering. All components of our pumps, valves and strainers are still manufactured on site at Agrinautics so that we have absolute quality control in each casting until it is assembled and sent out the door.

In addition to protecting our pumps and valves with the industry’s best warranty (2-years / 800 hours), we also offer the option of Teflon® Tuffcoating. The hard anodizing and Teflon coating resists wear and corrosion and as an added benefit, makes clean-up a snap. Give it a try today!

Agrinautics would like to thank all our customers for a great year.

Souther Field Aviation, Inc.

FOR ALL YOUR MAINTENANCE & PARTS NEEDS Export Experts Authorized Turbine Brave Conversion • Transland • Covington Engines • Ag Nav • Turbine Conversions • Single Point Fueling

• Agrinautics Pumps & Valves • Wag • Cascade Conversions • TracMap

AUTHORIZED THRUSH SALES AND SERVICE CENTER AND PARTS DISTRIBUTOR

And So Much More…

Frankie Williams - President—frankie@southerfield.com Paul Pearson - Parts & Maintenance—parts@southerfield.com Stephanie Williams - Exports—stephanie@southerfield.com

223 Airport Road, Americus, GA 31709 Phone: 229-924-2813 Fax: 229-924-4356 www.southerfield.com

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Fire Boss LLC is proud to represent the “Fire Boss” water scooping system that has been exclusively designed for the Air Tractor AT-802. Fire Boss LLC is part of the Wipaire Group of Companies based in South St. Paul, Minnesota. Wipaire is the largest manufacturer of aircraft floats in the world, having built floats for various aircraft types ranging from 2-seat Piper Cubs up to the 21-seat de Havilland Twin

Fire Boss Otter. The Fire Boss system combines several airframe modifications, aircraft performance enhancers, and a pair of 10000-series amphibious water scooping floats that enables the AT-802 Single Engine Air Tanker to scoop up to 800 gallons in about 15 seconds. Over 60 Fire Boss systems are currently in operation throughout the world.

733 Booth

Kawak Aviation

Kawak Aviation earns stc for the new Thrush T3 throttle quadrant Bend, Oregon—The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) #SA02266SE to Kawak Aviation Technologies, Inc. for the development of its newly amended T3 Throttle Quadrant for use on a Thrush equipped with PT6 engines. A key design element of the Thrush T3 is Kawak’s “SafeLock” feature. SafeLock prevents un-commanded movement of the propeller lever when in feather and assures you will not fall victim to any uncommanded movement of the propeller lever, which can result in a potentially hazardous situation for the pilot, personnel and bystanders. The KawakT3 Throttle Quadrant with the “SafeLock”feature, gives you the confidence to know that your parked aircraft will stay parked. The Thrush T3 Throttle Quadrant features, canted levers to improve pilot ergonomics and reduce fatigue. Superior slide and gate design to ensure ultimate lock for safety and smooth operation. Kawak Aviation has also included multiple mounting provisions for an easy bolt in replacement on Thrush, Air Tractor, Dromader and Ag Cat turbine installations.

Kawak Aviation Technologies, Inc. began as Ag-Air Systems in 1991. The company established itself as a market leading designer and manufacturer of fixed wing turbine propulsion systems and auxiliary hydraulic power for both fixed wing and rotor wing agricultural and utility aircraft.. Over the last two decades Kawak has become known as the premier supplier of high efficiency and reliable mission equipment for the aerial firefighting, unmanned vehicle, and air cargo industries. Agricultural aviation however remains a primary focus of Kawak’s product development and overall business portfolio.

Now Powered by a 1600 HP Pratt & Whitney Engine

Over 60 Operating Worldwide Australia Montenegro

Spain CanadaArgentina Macedonia United States 651.209.7191 www.firebossllc.com 1700 Henry Avenue — Fleming Field South, St. Paul, MN 55075

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J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc

635 Booth

Celebrates 43 years of service J & C ENTERPRISES AVIATION INC.

800-542-8565 SPECIALISTS IN CESSNA 188

EXTENSIVE INVENTORY OF THE FOLLOWING AIRCRAFT

J & C Enterprises Aviation has been located in Oklahoma for 43 years. The business was started by Jerry and Cecilia Buster in 1970. We are located in the central United States and our staff is on duty from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM to help with your aviation needs.

We specialize in Cessna ag aircraft, but we also have an extensive inventory of Cessna 180-185, Piper Brave and Pawnee, Citabria, Dromader, and Aero Commander Lark and Darter.

We are dealers for Transland, McFarlane, tail wheel parts, general aviation parts and even larger miscellaneous new and used parts.

Our staff will help you fill your aviation needs! Just call Sid, our parts manager, or Jerry, Grant, Denise, Wilson, and Cecilia who will be glad to help you.

Cessna 180-185-188, PiPer Brave & Pawnee, CitaBria, DromaDer, aero CommanDer Lark & Darter, sCott & XPm taiLwheeL Parts, ContinentaL, LyComing, ChamPion, mCFarLane, anD a Lot more.

HAVING TROUBLE FINDING THOSE DIFFICULT PARTS?

LET OUR STAFF FIND THAT PART FOR YOU.

Chip Kemper, President

Aircraft Hardware

Your Authorized Transland Dealer WE BUY SALVAGE & NEW PARTS INVENTORIES

800-542-8565 • 580-661-3591 (OK) • 580-661-3783 (FAX) www.JCAVIATION.com • email address: jcaviation@pldi.net

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Your Northwest Air Tractor Dealer 800-736-7654

Se Habla Español Airport Road #14 • Thomas, OK 73669

Air TrAcTor SAleS & Service

Fax 208-745-6672

Diner Club

Office 208-745-7654

136 N. Yellowstone Hwy. • Rigby, Idaho 83442

814 Booth

Davidon

Davidon Inc, manufacturers of the Hi-Tek Rotary Nozzle, Tri-Set nozzle and custom boom clamps are proud to introduce the new Generation 4 Hi-Tek Rotary Nozzle and Tri-Set Nozzle upgrade. We also make custom booms with reinforcements for all aircraft including the AT-602 and AT-802.

We are pleased to inform our customers that we will have our newest products on display at the NAAA convention in Reno, Nevada this December.

Please come by Davidon’s booth 814 and visit with us and see the new boom clamps, nozzles, clean out ends and DRP-955.

Booth #1213 & 1215

www.midcont.net • 800-325-0885

DAVIDON, INC Makers of Quality Products

Manufacturers for Hi-Tek Nozzle, Tri-Set Nozzle and DRP-955 Drift Retardant and Penetrator.

5660 Calhoun Rd. Unadilla, GA 31091 Tel: 229-645-3605 • Fax: 229-645-3880 davidononline.com

Aviation Insurance Specialist  Business

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Competitive Pricing same Day Turntime

Exchange Available

We Overhaul

EAsA Approved

TPE331 & PT-6A FuEl NozzlEs

Gerald andrews gandrews@airsouthinsurance.com don Peters dpeters@airsouthinsurance.com

www.airsouthinsurance.com 5005 Market Place Mt. Juliet, Tennessee 37122 (615) 758-5005 Fax (615) 758-5501 Se habla español CrS QTFr-573l envienos un Correo electronico www.tennairco.com erikagriffin@comcast.net

800-844-7105 Tel: 334-793-9802 • Fax: 334-793-5490 P.O. Drawer 6727 Dothan, Alabama 36302 “We Want and Appreciate Your Business We’re Working To Earn It”

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North Star Aviation

314

Sales, Warranty and Repair Service A Satloc Stocking Dealer Fast Turnaround and Fair Prices

Contact us at our new location!!!

Compton Flying Service at North Star Aviation, Inc 801 W Airport Blvd Ulysses, KS 67880

888-272-1417 Cell: 620-952-0954 srice@pld.com

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Offers a wide variety of service Located in Ulysses, Kansas, North Star Aviation is your full maintenance facility offering top quality services. Our mission is to provide safe, reliable and high quality aircraft maintenance for our customers. To do this we employ five full time mechanics. All of our mechanics are FAA A&P Certified, two of which are A&P I/A Certified.

North Star Aviation is now owned and operated by Steve and Samantha Rice. We maintain a large fleet of turbine powered Air Tractor and Thrush aircraft. We offer a wide variety of services on airframe and powerplant including, Annual Inspection, Eddy Current Inspection, Hot Section Inspection, Gear Box Inspection, 100 Hour, Nozzle Cleaning and Flowing, Aircraft Recovery and Refurbishment.

In addition to our quality maintenance services, we are now offering SATLOC sales and services. Our repair facility is capable of handling all of your Satloc needs.

Give us a call or stop by our booth (314) for a new system quote or to discuss your repair needs.

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Annual Inspection Hot Section Inspection Gear Box Inspection Nozzle Cleaning & Flowing

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100 Hour Inspection Eddy Current Inspection Aircraft Recovery Aircraft Refurbishment

DEALER/SERVICE

801 W Airport Blvd.,Ulysses, KS 67880 888-272-1417 Toll Free, 620-356-4528 Local, 620-356-3864 Fax srice@pld.com www. northstaraviationinc.com

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Maintaining a large inventory of Air Tractor, Thrush and Satloc parts, we are able to get our customers back in the air quickly. We strive to be a one stop shop for all your Air Tractor, Thrush and Satloc needs!

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Agtelligent

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Mixmate prepares for official product launch Mixmate, the innovative mobile blending system designed by Agtelligent to increase the accuracy and efficiency of chemical application in the field, will be officially released to the general public for purchase prior to the 2014 growing season. The company has spent the past year undergoing extensive testing and fine-tuning in preparation for the product’s imminent release. Enhancements include a new, all-stainless steel frame design and robust controller that will support additional features planned for a future release. Mixmate’s Brent and Doug Applegate have also traveled to industry trade shows to demonstrate how Mixmate can positively affect precision farming operations, inviting attendees to ‘test drive’ the online app to gauge the benefits of a Mixmate system.

Mixmate generates a record of the exact amounts of every product used in a batch with superior accuracy,

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providing the information necessary for automated record keeping. The mix location, time and current conditions are also recorded. The system sends this data wirelessly to a mobile network, allowing multiple users including landowners or crop advisors to connect with and manage their operations from anywhere. The same data is available through an internet browser or on connected mobile devices for tracking assets and progress in the field, allowing application to be maintained or improved over time to achieve optimal results.

Bulk ingredients connected to the Mixmate system are automatically measured and dispensed, while motorized ball valves and pumps are computercontrolled to precisely measure each individual chemical. Batches are customized for every field and can be calculated based on the area, volume or weight of chemical ingredients at each location. With field

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Mixmate’s portable design allows for increased safety in the field by excluding any need to transport ‘hot’ mixes. The system comes with a built-in jug rinser for effective cleaning as well as a safety latch to ensure the tank remains closed during cleaning or automated filling, eliminating the need for messy measuring pitchers. Mixmate is also easy to calibrate and a built-in tilt sensor automatically corrects the weight on sloped terrain.

To learn more about Mixmate, visit www.mixmate. com or download the mobile app on any Android device from the Google Play Store.

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The Mixmate mobile blending system bridges chemical mixing with cutting-edge technology to increase efficiency while reducing operating costs. With our Mixmate app and cloud-based software, record keeping and data sharing have never been easier. Designed to take precision to another level, Mixmate means results.

Visit us at the NAAA Show Booth #108 A quality product of

· 34488 Juniper Rd · Oakland, IA 51560 · 712.587.9720 · Mixmate.com

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Trace Engines

TRACE set to launch two new engines MIDLAND, TX—Texas Reciprocating Aircraft Engines, (TRACE) LP in Midland is gearing up to launch two new engines to expand their product line, improve reliability, and extend TBO. Announcing the next generation of the powerful TRACE 600 Horsepower V-8 aircraft engine, the TE600A: TRACE Engineers have totally re-designed the top end for increased reliability and removal of the limitations on the valves and lifters. The redesign includes a new head gasket, new valves and springs, new roller tip rocker arms, new pushrods and increased roller hydraulic lifter life. The engine will be fully certified for the 2014 spraying season. Full kits are available for the AT 301, 302, 401 & 402 aircraft with complete installation and airworthiness certificate as an extra cost option. A testing program is under way to extend the current

1500 hour TBO. The objective is to obtain approval of a 2500 hour TBO to increase TRACE’s life cycle cost advantage over Turbo Prop engines. Call (432) 618-7223 for more information on this exciting new engine for use in the Air Tractor.

TRACE has had many requests for a higher horsepower engine with Electronic Engine Controls making possible fueling options to benefit customers with limited availability of 100LL. We have heard our customers and have responded with a FADECpowered 750 Horsepower version of the new high reliability 600 engine. This engine, designated as the TE750A is available now in an Experimental

version with full Type Certification expected in the last half of 2014. TRACE intends to certify the TE750A using NO LEAD fuel making it the first high output, turbocharged, piston aircraft engine with this capability. Purchase an Experimental test engine now. For more information call (432) 618-1050 to speak to Jim Moorman, TRACE’s Chief Operating Officer.

TRACE also produces the TowBot, which allows the operator to safely move aircraft by themselves with a remote control towing solution. TowBots can allow the owner to fit more aircraft in their hangar than conventional tugs as well as offer incredible maneuverability. The TowBots are sold around the world through distributors. TowBots are also used in manufacturing facilities such as the Blackhawk production line. Check out our website for specifics on your application at www.tracetowbots.com or give us a call at 432-618-7223

High Performance Aviation Experience high performance and high reliability with the new TRACE turbocharged V-8 aircraft engines.

Longer life, high reliability 600 horsepower engines are now available for Air Tractor 300 & 400 Series & DHC-2 Beaver aircraft. Ask about our new 750 horsepower FADEC engine with optional fuel capability available in experimental configuration.

TC projected for last half of 2014..

Call for a flight demo and factory tour at 432-618-7223. Don’t forget to ask about TowBot, the most versatile airplane mover in the world TRACE Engines L.P. 3000 W. Interstate 20 Midland, TX 79701 432-618-7223 432-618-8745 (FAX) www.traceengines.com

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AgriSmart Information System

Product preview from AgriSmart Information Systems LLC

Flight Plan Online brings together some of the best technologies to give you a better way to communicate with your customers and manage your business so you can focus on spraying more acres.

You and your pilots will be able to spend more productive time in the air and less time doing paperwork. Your customers will appreciate the professional and accurate mapping that Flight Plan Online provides as well as its ease of use. They will welcome the ability to track the progress of their job orders with no phone calls.

The most powerful component of Flight Plan Online is the ability to process job orders using a centralized online system. This allows you or your customers to submit accurate jobs orders with geo referenced field maps. As job orders come in you can review them for accuracy and formally accept the work. Job orders can also include sensitive area alerts, field worker alerts, and adjacent crop identification to let you assess the level of risk. You can see all outstanding jobs on a map screen to filter those jobs into the most efficient batches for spraying. You can easily schedule job batches with common products and geographic proximity. Flight Plan Online generates all the information needed by the pilot, including loading sheets, individual job maps, and master maps that give an overview of all field locations.

You can easily upload shape files to your guidance system to make the most of the guidance technology that is already in your plane. After spraying you can record actual application information and if desired, download the data from your guidance system to include as-sprayed imagery. You can then generate invoices from the job details already captured in the process, even on the same day you spray!

Flight Plan Online also acts as your electronic system of record keeping, allowing you to generate a formal

application report any time to document regulatory compliance. Flight Plan Online communicates wirelessly with the newer guidance systems.

Our customers tell us that Flight Plan Online makes their lives better, takes stress out of the cockpit, makes them more efficient internally and brings better communication to their customers.

Bottom line, Flight Plan Online will help you earn more revenue and maximize your profits by making the most efficient use of your resources.

For more information on Flight Plan Online visit their website at www.agrismartis.com or give them a call at 800 890-6945. See them at Booth #119 at the show!

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Kimmel Aviation Ins. Kimmel Aviation Insurance arose from a need to write hard to find and much needed insurance on cropdusters in 1972. The insurance side of the business started very pragmatically as customers were coming to the Kimmel Aviation Ag Aircraft dealership to trade in their $500 converted Super Cubs and Stearmans for the more productive and shiny new Cessna Ag Wagons and Ag Trucks. The $20,000 price tag and the ever evolving regulatory environment in the early 1970s mandated that all certified applicators must carry a minimum liability insurance policy or a bond of $10,000. Cessna Finance also wanted to make sure their loans were protected.

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Very few companies would insure ag aircraft back in the early 1970s so Dorothy Kimmel made it her mission to find that coverage for their customers. From its humble beginnings, the insurance part of the business grew and formally incorporated Kimmel Aviation Insurance Agency, Inc. in 1979. Over the years, Dorothy Kimmel has received numerous industry awards including, but not limited to MAAA Outstanding Service Award – 1975, MAAA President’s Award – 1985, WMAAA President, 15 years WMAAA Director to the WNAAA, WNAAA Vice Pres. 1991, WNAAA President 1992, Lee Abide Award – 1998, Arkansas (AAAA) Distinguished service award 2006, MAAA Honorary Lifetime Membership Award – 2006.

In addition, Dorothy also served on numerous committees and served both the NAAA and MAAA for each of her 45+ years as a member of both organizations. Her most outstanding achievement was to raise a family of four boys, all who entered the ag aviation field and chose career paths closely related to ag aviation.

Although Dorothy is still active in the agency, her youngest son, Frank Kimmel, took over the day to day operations of Kimmel Aviation Insurance Agency in 2004. Frank brings with him 14,000 hours of flying experience including 8000+ as an ag pilot. Frank also has his own pedigree of accomplishments including , 1992 John Horne Memorial Safety award (NAAA), Novartis Leadership training delegate – 1998, NAAA Related — Kenny & Michael Christmas, Christmas Flying Service, SHELBY, MISSISSIPPI Service Award – 2008, Arkansas (AAAA) Outstanding Service Award 2008, and the MAAA Allied Industry Associate of the year 2010.

In addition to the ag association awards, Frank was elected by his aviation insurance peers to serve on the Aviation Insurance Association (AIA) Board of Directors in 2005. He served as the Director of the Domestic Agents and Brokers Division until he was elected Vice President of the AIA in 2009 and then AIA President for 2011 – 2012. As you can see, it is true when their ads say, “When you need a respected voice to work for you, “The Kimmel’s Have You Covered”!”

Serving Agricultural Aviation

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THE KIMMELS HAVE YOU COVERED.

442 Airport Road, Greenwood, MS 38930 • www.kimmelinsurance.com

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Dallas Airmotive

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AgRight: Decades of PT6A-AG experience and the industry’s most thorough light overhaul AgRight, powered by Dallas Airmotive, leverages the expertise of one of the world’s foremost independent providers of turbine engine repair and overhaul services.

When we tackle a light overhaul for your Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-AG, we draw on 80 years of engine service experience and 45 years of PT6A expertise. Since 1964, when we became an authorized PT6A service center, we have repaired and overhauled thousands of P&WC engines.

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AOG Mobile Response Teams When you’re AOG, you need fast, reliable service to minimize downtime and maximize scheduling flexibility. Dallas Airmotive, a BBA Aviation company, delivers 24/7 field service support, with teams available for emergencies or for scheduled diagnosis and repair on the PT6A-AG. We support each field service technician with the in-depth expertise of our 24-hour technical group, F1RST SUPPORT™, taking advantage of the industry’s most sophisticated, cutting-edge technology to provide consistent, effective solutions. All backed by extensive spare parts, components and exchange inventories to keep PT6A operators up and running.

PT6A Regional Turbine Centers Seven Regional Turbine Centers offer quick-turn repair and inspection and can dispatch field technicians to troubleshoot or for engine removal and reinstallation.

• Charlotte, North Carolina – Stanly County Airport, 704-983-7991 • Dallas, Texas – Dallas Love Field, 214-956-4880 • Dayton, Ohio – Dayton International Airport, 937-890-8276 • Phoenix, Arizona – Deer Valley Airport, 623-824-7961 • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – Washington County Airport, 724-206-2320 • St. Louis, Missouri – Spirit of St. Louis Airport, 636-537-9955 • West Palm Beach, Florida, 561-734-0121

PT6A Capabilities • Fuel nozzle cleaning and inspection - Exchange kits available - Same-day flow check for your nozzles • Field service support • P&WC authorized (DDOF) • Light Overhaul and Module Overhaul Programs • FOD, MIO, full-service engine repair • Hot section inspection – all models • Hot section component repair • Fly-in facilities • Videoscope inspection • Engine change (R&R) • Power section repair - Over-torque - Lightning strike - Sudden stoppage

(IS NOT TO BE TAKEN LIGHTLY) Looking for a light overhaul for your PT6A? AgRight gives you the most thorough light overhaul work scope in the industry at a cost comparable to any authorized shop, large or small. We provide industry-leading service whether it’s repair, overhaul, test, warranty or field support. You won’t get that level of support through any other light overhaul provider.

It’s a light overhaul. Not a once-over-lightly.

Compare Us To Others When you bring your PT6A-AG engine or module to us, our light overhaul work scope offers more value and reliability including standard services such as accessory overhaul, comprehensive inspection of key components, and full balance of all rotating subassemblies. Do other shops include all this as standard?

Know what else you get? Options. No work begins without your authorization. No surprises.

Industry-Leading Warranty* We offer a three-year or 1,500-hour warranty on our work. And if Dallas Airmotive performs your next scheduled Hot Section Inspection, the warranty will be extended for the entire module or engine for another three years or 1,500 hours*.

Closer To Home Our seven strategically located Regional Turbine Centers ensure that, wherever you are, you’re not far from expert assistance, including 24/7/365 field service support. And smaller multiple facilities help ensure a quicker turn time on your engine.

* 1,750 hours for PT6A-34AG; 1,800 hours for PT6A-21AG, -27AG, -28AG.

For field support and OEM-authorized service to keep your engine and your operation running smoothly, contact Dallas Airmotive.

Tel 636.537.9955

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In these tough economic times We can Save you money on; Engine Repairs Hot Sections Parts Repair Fuel Nozzle Exchange Insurance Claims Lightening Strike Inspection Engine Overhaul Using the approved Pratt & Whitney testing program First Class work accomplished by experienced Professionals

For immediate Service Call Jim 812-877-2587 812-877-4604 turbines@turbinesinc.com

At Turbines Inc. we repair your airworthy parts, not replace them.

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Turbines Inc.

Engine repair, engine overhaul

In business for 30 years, Turbines Inc. is the oldest and most experienced independent agricultural PT6 overhaul shop in the USA. Turbines Inc. can repair your PT6 engine using the highest quality and experienced labor at a price well below our competitors. Giving back to you, the customer, a reliable, less expensive engine.

Turbines Inc. gives the most economical and quickest turn around on prop strikes, insurance claims, hot section inspections, fuel nozzles, engine repairs and engine overhauls than anyone in the PT6 agricultural engine business.

Turbines Inc. also has a new computerized test cell using the approved Pratt & Whitney testing program.

At Turbines Inc. we repair your airworthy parts, not replace them.

For scheduling or troubleshooting information call Jim at: Phone: 812-877-2587, fax: 812-877-4604, turbines@turbinesinc.com

From the heartland of America, our engines are flying over every continent.

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Farm Air Inc.

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Air Tractor’s centrally located one-stop shop There’s nothing more frustrating than being in the middle of spray season, having your air conditioner go out, your plane desperately due for a 100 hour inspection, your nav light busted from an overzealous bird, or worst of all, striking a wire or obstacle, and being hundreds of miles away from home. Pilots in the central United States have a nearby option for getting all of these issues and more fixed in one place, so they can get back to work safely.

Located in the heart of farm country, Farm Air’s ¾ mile grass runway and highway proximity make it easy access for fly or drive in service. Our facility offers year round maintenance with fulltime, A&P certified mechanics. Routine services include 100 hour inspections, annuals, and eddy current inspections. Our technicians install single point fuel systems, AMSAFE seatbelts, Wingman/ Load Hawg auger systems, Reabe hopper quantity

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systems, Hemisphere GPS systems, and have been Air Tractor certified to do wing spar A.D. repairs and wing rebuilds.

Even if you’ve got your service covered, you’ll likely need the parts to get it done. Farm Air has a large inventory of in stock items from a wide variety of suppliers. From spray systems and GPS systems down to hardware and light bulbs, we carry the parts that keep you in business. (Please see our attached ad for a listing of vendors.)

Most notably, Farm Air is a dealer for Air Tractor.

So, if your current aircraft isn’t doing the job, please contact us to see what new or used Air Tractor we can get you into!

Stop by booth 631 in Reno to learn more about how Farm Air can help keep you flying safely and effectively!

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Ag Air

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Turbines

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Affordable and quality service Ag Air Turbines, Inc. of Midvale, Idaho, specializes in the repair and maintenance of the TPE331 line of engines. Ag Air Turbines is operated by Robert Baker and Katie Baker, whom are committed to North America’s agricultural aviation

industry. Both having spent most of their lives in ag aviation in one way or another, Robert and Katie share a passion for the industry and its dedicated members. They strive to offer the highest quality of service at a fair price in order to keep their customers productive and profitable.

Please visit the Ag Air Turbines crew at booth 436 at NAAA in Reno for their customer appreciation event.

TPE331

OWNERS: WE PROVIDE FOR YOUR TPE331: Technical assistance

Propstrike inspections

Emergency A.O.G. field service

Lebow torque calibration

Hot section inspections

Engine test cell

Gear box inspections

Engine Sales

Compressor section inspection

Turbine transition training

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Hardy Aviation Insurance

Specializing in aviation insurance Hardy Aviation Insurance is located in Wichita Kansas. Randy Hardy established the agency in 1995 and we are closing in on our 18th full season. Our agency has seen tremendous growth over these past 18 years.

As an aviation insurance agency and broker, we specialize in all areas of aviation insurance with a special emphasis in aerial application. As a full service agency we can also offer property and casualty coverage such as hangar and contents, business auto, and Workman’s Comp.

business, but also necessary to insure you have the coverage you need at the price you can afford.

At this year’s NAAA in Reno please stop by our booth and visit with Randy Hardy, Angie Banz and Tim Wiebe. We are here to serve your aviation insurance needs.

We specialize in all areas of aviation insurance with a special emphasis in aerial application.

Within our agency, Angie Banz, Rita Ethridge and Tim Wiebe have a combination of over 70 years of experience in aerial application insurance. Randy Hardy and Tim Wiebe, being pilots, dedicate their time traveling to meet aerial applicators to review their aviation insurance needs. In addition to our long time support staff of Melinda Greene, Joyce Winn and Peggy Hahn we have Mary Humphrey, a specialist in air show coverage including all the various types of insurance associated with that field. Hardy also has Mona Rathmel who works from our Dallas facility with a special emphasis in higher performance aircraft like the Malibu’s, Mirage, Meridian, Matrix, Jetprop’s, Pilatus PC-12’s and TBM 700/850’s.

Hardy Aviation Insurance is dedicated to service the old fashion way, with hard work, communication skills and the willingness to negotiate your needs as though we were an extension of your business. From agricultural aviation to fixed base operations and personal aircraft, we strive to make a satisfied customer through our hard work and dedication to your needs.

We represent all the major insurance companies who offer aviation insurance or alternate needs. Aerial application is a very specialized business and when seeking coverage you need to work with and through an agency that understands your needs and knows the insurance company’s policy well enough to match their policy to your expectations. Good policies and good service are not only good

Booth #1213 & 1215

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Tulsa Aircraft Engines

1222 Booth

Tulsa Aircraft Engines is expanding to keep up with the supply and demand!

by Rex Vaughan Over the years, Tulsa Aircraft Engines has purchased core engines to keep up with supply and demand. This spring, we had the opportunity to purchase a huge inventory from Duff Aircraft. This inventory purchase consisted of R-985, R-1340, R-1340 geared nose engines; R-985 new parts; fuel pumps, 80 new 1416 starters, still in cans; and 260 new R-985 cylinders overhauled by the Military, still in cans.

We purchased and relocated the inventory to Tulsa and had to rent several different storage buildings until we could build our own. Currently, we have added a 1250 sq ft building to the east and an 8000 sq ft building to the north to accommodate the inventory. We are excited, and want to let all of our current and potential customers know that we have lots of new parts and low time engines available for purchase. In addition, Tulsa Aircraft

Engines added the Super 600 engine to our overhaul capability list.

Tulsa Aircraft Engines has had a high volume of new customers this year, and we thank you for placing your trust in us. We will continue to be dedicated to our radial engines, and we want to thank all our customers for choosing Tulsa Aircraft Engines to be your overhaul shop of choice.

Specializing in

Repair and Overhaul of Pratt & Whitney R-985-1340 Engines since 1973 9311 East 44th St. North Tulsa, Oklahoma 74115

918-838-8532 Fax: 918-838-1659 tae@tulsacoxmail.com Se Habla Espa単ol

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Battlefords

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Professional agricultural pilot training

Battlefords Airspray is owned and operated by Fran de Kock. Fran is a well-known and respected ag pilot and CFI with 33 years of experience. He demonstrates his dedication to the betterment of the ag industry by providing the best possible training for students.

Battlefords Airspray offers private, commercial, initial agricultural and turbine transition pilot training. Also offered is recurrent piston and turbine ag checkouts.

The training fleet consists of “side by side”, dual controlled aircraft. He feels it is very important to have the instructor right there with the student – able to demonstrate techniques, answer questions and monitor progress.

All ag training aircraft are fully outfitted with SATLOC GPS, flow control, booms and nozzles, and state of the art communications equipment.

The AT-504 has proven after two seasons to be an excellent turbine spray aircraft trainer. It allows Battlefords Airspray to introduce the world of turbine ag flying to pilots with varying levels of experience.

The GA200 has proven to be the ultimate initial ag pilot training aircraft.

Reality training at its VERY BEST!

Units in Stock Level 3 Service Center Air Tractor

Sealed Batteries

FAA - PMA Approved

Pumps - Valves - Parts

Wingman & Load Hawg

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Professional Agricultural Pilot Training Gippsland GA 200

All our training planes: -feature dual controls, side by side cockpit configuration -are equipped with SATLOC GPS and Flow Control Systems Also available: Private and Commercial Training, Pilot Assessments for Operators

BATTLEFORDS AIRSPRAY

North Battleford Saskatchewan, Canada

Phone 306-445-3099

www.batairspray.com info@batairspray.com

All models Thrush and Air Tractor

Hopper Door Systems Kits and Parts in Stock Experienced Installer

Best brake prices in ag aviation for 502, 602, 802, Thrush

Large inventory of Thrush Airframe Parts Spar cap replacement center

Call Danny or Pete

662-846-0228

Sales Service Parts Satloc Service 662-846-0228 662-846-0229 662-843-0803 662-846-0229 Pete Jones Fax 662-843-0811 Danny Lowery Dallas Bright sales@airrepairinc.com • www.airrepairinc.com

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Aero Engines

1st in quality, dependability and service

"Your Overhaul SpecialiSt For R-985 & R-1340 P&W Engines and Continental W-670 Engines"

OUR SHOPS PROVIDE YOU WITH THE BEST

Check Our Overhaul Cost...

Includes Magnetos & Carburetor • EnginE Shop-

Magnaflux, Zyglo, Ultrasonic, and Dimensional Inspections.

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"Chrome" Or "Steel" Barrels, “Metallized" Cylinders, 100% Guide Replacement, New Or Serviceable Pistons.

• ACCESSory Shop-

Magnetos, Carburetors, Starters, and Generator Overhauls.

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Cam Grinder, Cylinder Grinder, Piston Grinder, Lathes, and Balancing Machines.

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Over a Year's Supply of Most Parts and Enough Engines to Support an Exchange Program, and Inside Storage of Customer and Overhaul Engines

AERO-ENGINES

Home of the Super 600 "The Engine That Sets The Standards In The Ag Aviation Industry"

TEL 323-663-3961

FAX 323-664-5189 • aero-engines@msn.com • www.aero-enginesinc.com 3030-34 North Coolidge Ave. • Los Angeles, CA 90039-3491

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Aero-Engines, Inc. was founded in 1955 to service the needs of operators using Continental W-670 and Pratt & Whitney R-985 and R-1340 engines. The company was founded by eight experienced mechanics and continues 58 years later to have the most experienced and dependable crew in the business.

The current partnership ranges from a minimum of 30 years to 40 years of experience with the company.

Centrally located in Los Angeles since its inception, our shop continues to be the leader in providing quality and dependable overhauls of Continental W-670 and Pratt & Whitney R-985 and R-1340 engines.

We have the most complete facilities in the country with an engine shop equipped to do our own inspections such as magnetic particle (Magnaflux) dye penetrant (Zyglo), ultrasonic and dimensional.

Our cylinder shop’s strict standards include fully “metallized” cylinders, 100% guide replacement, new or serviceable pistons and a choice of “steel” or “nu-chrome” barrels.

Our accessory shop overhauls our magnetos, carburetors, starters and generators using the finest parts and equipment.

Our machine shop is the best equipped of its kind, with cam and cylinder grinder, balancing machines and much, much more.

The parts department has an extensive supply of parts, enough engines to support our extensive exchange program.

Aero-Engines, Inc has provided service to a large number of ag operators over the years, but has also overhauled engines for commercial and private aircraft such as the de Havilland Beavers and Otters, Stearmans, Staggerwing Beachcraft, etc.

Many of our engines have been on the winning aircraft at the Reno Air Races in the AT-6 category. Last year’s winner was Dennis Buehn.

Super 600 Aero-Engines is the home of the Super 600, officially known as the Vintage Radials’ altered Pratt & Whitney R-1340. The engine incorporates a modified version of Pratt & Whitney R-2800 cylinders, thus increasing reliability and performance of the engine.

The increased cooling fin capacity, higher rated manifold pressure, larger valves, forged heads, higher horsepower rating and increased compression ratio of the R-2800 cylinders is quite an improvement over the original R-1340 cylinders. The Super 600 engine, approved under STC SE01200LA, is rated at the same horsepower as the stock R-1340, but operators of the 25 engines in existence believe there are some “hidden horses” that can provide a boost when needed.

Presently these engines are being used on Air Tractor, Ag-Cat and Thrush aircraft.

We serve you with pleasure; confident we can supply you with the quality engine to suit your needs.

Contacts: Otis N. Perera, President Tony B Ortega, Chief Inspector

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Valley Air Crafts

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Valley Air Crafts rolls out new parts ordering system After three decades serving Central Valley ag operators—ten as a factory-authorized Air Tractor dealer and service center—Valley Air Crafts of Tulare, California, has earned its reputation as the go-to resource for aerial applicators throughout California’s verdant Central Valley. “Ag operators here in the Valley know us and rely on us,” says owner Mike Schoenau.

To be even more responsive to customers, a new feature on the Valley Air Crafts website, www. thevalleyaircrafts.com, now offers ag operators a convenient way to order parts with an email request.

“We hope our customers will try this new way to order

parts,” Schoenau says. “It assures that their message gets to us. Of course they can still call us, too.”

Valley Air Crafts sells and services the full line of Air Tractor aircraft from facilities at Mefford Field Airport, just outside Tulare. Tulare is about an hour’s drive between Fresno and Bakersfield in the southern Central Valley.

In addition to selling and supporting Air Tractor agricultural and firefighting aircraft, Valley Air Crafts offers maintenance, repairs, and replacement parts for other brands of agricultural spray aircraft, as well as commercial and private aircraft and

Robinson helicopters.

At the company’s 8000-square-foot hanger/ maintenance and parts facility, five maintenance technicians and two parts specialists provide the responsive service and support that Valley Air’s customers count on to keep flying and working.

“At Valley Air,” said company president Mike Schoenau, “our customers have come to expect a high level of working knowledge, expertise, and professionalism. And whether they need service, parts, or another Air Tractor, we are going to make sure they get it.”

See Us At NAAA Booth #725

We have what you’re looking for. Agrinautics • Champion • Cleveland • Compro • Crophawk • Electronics International • Flight Grip • GPS guidance systems • Kawak • Nozzles • Pratt & Whitney • Rapco • Simplex • Specialty Tire • Spreaders • Transland • Weath-Aero Our west coast time zone means late next-day orders are no problem!

ONE CALL GETS IT ALL 559-686-7401 PARTS: 877-686-7401 Central California’s One-Stop Solution MEFFORD FIELD - TULARE , CA

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ZEE Systems Easy maintenance and efficient ZEE SYSTEMS AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING for

AIRCRAFT

FAA Approved Part 21 Manufacturer FAA-PMA PQ0490SW Equipment approved on:

THRUSH AIR TRACTOR AG-CAT • Beechcraft King & Queen Air • Bell 212 & 412, UH-60 Black Hawk Columbian-AF • Bombardier DASH 8 • BAe J31, J32, 146 • Cessna Citation 500-S551 • Dassault Falcon 10 & 20 • Embraer 110 • Douglas DC-3 • de Havilland Twin Otter • Fairchild Merlin & Metroliners • Fokker F27 • Gulfstream G-1 • Albatros & Mallard • Lear Jet • Let 410 • Lockheed C-130 • P-2 & P-3, • Mi-8 • PZL Dromader & M28-05 • Short Bros. 3-30

800-988-2665 (COOL) 210-342-1880 FAX 210-341-2609 www.zeeco-zeesys.com MADE IN THE U.S.A.

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ZEE Systems introduces its new Z33-8900 Motor Compressor and Z33-89600 Motor Compressor Condenser assemblies with brushless DC variable speed drive motor and direct drive scroll compressor. This system is built for easy maintenance and efficient operation. The motor is more efficient with built in soft start and the scroll compressor means a lower starting and running current. No brushes to change. No pulleys and belts to adjust. With the optional controller the motor speed can be adjusted for desired cooling at the lowest possible current. The Z33-8900 Motor Compressor will be used in all future designs. The SZ43, SZ58 and Z99 drive motors will be phased out with continued parts support planned for several years. The Z33-8900 is designed to easily retrofit current motor compressor designs.

Rocky Mountain Propellers Safety and quality are trademarks

Rapco products. Our technicians are factory trained by the propeller manufacturers so you receive the very best servicing for your aircraft.

Propeller hubs and associated pitch change components are inspected using state-of-the-art non-destructive test methods. Inspection procedures utilized include magnetic particle, fluorescent dye-penetrate and Eddy Current. All machining and re-plating processes required by Service Bulletins and Airworthiness Directives are completed in-house to minimize downtime.

Safety and quality workmanship are the trademarks of Rocky Mountain Propellers. Our staff of highly trained technicians is equipped to serve the aviators of the Rocky Mountain Region and throughout the world.

• Large Inventory Our services come with a world-class warranty • Same Day ShIppIng Rocky Mountain Propellers, Inc. • UncompromISeD QUaLIty is centrally located north of Denver, • competItIve prIceS Colorado. Customers throughout the Rocky Mountain region and • WorLD cLaSS Warranty the world can rely on prompt and • Factory traIneD courteous service whether they technIcIanS ship articles in, or fly directly to the facility. With our 21,600 sq. ft. facility Faa/eaSa crS Fr6r545n with heated hangar, we offer safe, Fax: 303-665-7164 secure indoor storage of aircraft. We strive to serve the aviation industry in a timely manner with a high level of performance, precision and safety.

Specialists in propeller and governor overhaul since 1982. www. rockyprop.com

Rocky Mountain Propellers, Inc. is an FAA/EASA approved repair facility and is an acknowledged leader for quality servicing of propellers, piston governors and PT-6 governors. Rocky Mountain Propellers services Dowty, Hartzell, McCauley, MT, Ontic, Sensenich and Woodward products and is a distributor for Goodrich De-Ice and

ProPellerS • hartzeLL • mccaULey • DoWty • SenSenIch • mt propeLLer • rapco DIStrIbUtor • WooDWarD • pISton • pt6a

2865 aIrport DrIve erIe, co 80516

GovernorS

331

PIM

Booth

Keeping agriculture covered

PIM Aviation Insurance takes pride in being a part of the agricultural aviation family for more than 30 years. Over that time, they’ve developed a host of insurance policies and products to meet the requirements of agricultural aviation industry.

Their AgPack™ is an example of one such offering. It provides a number of policies and coverages to provide the protection needed for the ongoing health and sustainability of the aerial applicators’ business and family including: • Aircraft Hull and Liability • Chemical “Drift” Liability Insurance • Chemical Inventory Coverage • Business Auto Insurance • Workers Compensation Insurance • Airport Liability • GPS Insurance • Employment Practices Liability • Directors and Officers Liability • Environmental Pollution Liability • Property and Contents Coverage (including Inland Marine and Business Income) • Pilot Life Insurance (Group or Individual) for Aerial Applicators • Coverage for other Personal & Business or Commercial Use Aircraft “As the years go on, and technology and litigation continues to advance, new insurance exposures are created that affect aerial applicators,” said Tim Bonnell Sr., President of PIM Aviation Insurance. “So we’ve continually worked to find insurance policies to address both the new and ongoing exposures that our customers face.”

PIM’s customers ensure that the world’s population has food on their plates. With a mission of such high importance, PIM understands how critical it is to keep aerial applicators covered.

W E ’V E G O T

AGRICULTURE COVERED

We provide accurate, even coverage in the agricultural field. Just like the operations we insure.

800.826.4442

pimi.com

R.T. TuRbines, inc.

In business since 1994, with over 40 years of experience.

Pratt & Whitney PT6A Engine Repair and Overhaul FAA Approved Overhaul Station MW9R610J

Complete Engine Overhaul and Repair Service Power Section Inspection Hot Section Inspection In-house Welding of Hot Zone Components New P&WC Correlated Dynamometer Test Cell

Phone

R.T. TuRbines, inc.

870-295-3552

FAA CRS # MW9R610J 3397 Hwy 121 West •Marianna, AR 72360 Rex Thompson, Jr. • Cell 501-412-3208

Fax

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1209

DynaFlight

AirAg E-Series

Booth

Celebrating five years

Integrated Flight Guidance Instrument (IFGI) & embedded Processor

DynaGrip Control

Entire system weighs less than 7 pounds (3 kilograms)

DynaFlight

AirAg PRO

Processor Integrated Flight Guidance Instrument (IFGI)

ASI Jet Sales – AG Division is celebrating its 5th year at the NAAA conference as an authorized Thrush Aircraft Dealer! We specialize in the sale of new Thrush aircraft and the brokerage and acquisitions of used aircraft all over the world. We have over 30 years of experience in aircraft sales and have helped hundreds of customers along the way. We are dedicated to customer service and providing a superior product.

We are proud to announce the grand opening of our Thrush Service Center and Aircraft Maintenance shop at KHCD in Hutchinson, Minnesota! We have two full time technicians with a tremendous amount of experience on a large variety of aircraft. Our technicians are Thrush factory trained and have the experience to help our customers get back in the air safely and quickly. Come by Booth #1209 and see what we are all about!

DynaGrip Control

Entire system weighs less than 10 pounds (6 kilograms)

GPS Systems for Aerial Applicators Only dynanav.com

AIRCRAFT SALES Tel: 952.941.6255 Fax: 952.941.0791 info@asijet.com asijet-ag.com

ASI Jet Sales Two locations (KFCM & KHCD)

Booth #1209

DynaNav Systems Inc. Toll Free 1-877-333-9626 E-mail: airag@dynanav.com

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Centrally located in Minnesota.

ASI Jet Sales - AG Division is an Authorized Thrush Aircraft Dealer (All Models) and Service Center with over 30 years of aircraft sales and service experience! Whether it is new or used, ASI Jet will provide friendly, fast, and courteous service to help with your next aircraft purchase. We are here to work for YOU, Give us a call!

S & T Aircraft Accessories

433 Booth

Your accessory shop S & T Aircraft Accessories, Inc. is celebrating its 30th. year in business.

We would like to say thank you to all our customers and friends for making this possible. We are still increasing our inventory so we can better serve you. For those of you who want your own accessory overhauled, we will make every effort to have as short a turn-around time as possible.

We continue to stock the following accessories for radial engines, starters, magnetos, fuel pumps, carburetors, tach generators, hydraulic pumps, generators, voltage regulators, reverse current relays, prop governors, auxiliary pumps and motors.

We also stock the following accessories for turbine engines, starter-generators; reverse current relays, tach generators, fuel pumps, voltage regulators and auxiliary pump and motors.

For your convenience, we accept Visa, Mastercard and Discover credit cards.

To learn more about us, visit our website. www.staircraftaccessories. com.

As always we look forward to seeing you at the NAAA convention in Reno.

Please stop by booth 433 and visit us.

S. & T. Aircraft Accessories, Inc. "Full Engine Accessory Line" FAA Approved Repair Station No. CC2R737K

Large stock of overhauled/certified engine accessories for radial and turbine engines.

We can exchange same day, or overhaul your accessory in a short turn-around time.

Generators Magnetos

Tach Generators Hydraulic Pumps

Carburetors

Aux. Boost Motors

Starters Fuel Pumps

Vacuum Pumps Prop Governors

Voltage Regulators Starter-Generators Reverse Current Relays

Call Us Today For all yoUr aCCessory Needs OVERHAUL or EXCHANGE 310 FM 483 • New Braunfels, Texas 78130 Email: sales@staircraftaccessories.com Web: www.staircraftaccessories.com

Tel 830-625-7923 • Fax 830-625-4138

New Pen & Ink Drawings

By Richard C. DeSpain

Hartzell • Hamilton Standard McCauley • Sensenich • Avia Governors • Non-Destructive Testing

Sales, Overhaul and Repair Edmonton:

Boy and Ag-Cat

AT-802F

has them!

Limited Editions Signed & Numbered 1/100 $60.00 each, plus S&H To Order Call 478-987-2250 or Fax to 478-987-1836

View Online at www.agairupdate.com click “AAU Marketplace” Postage & Handling $10.00 U.S. and Western Hemisphere. All other countries vary.

U.S. money order or check on U.S. bank,Visa or Mastercard accepted.

15357-114 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5M 3S9 Tel: 780-457-1910 • Fax: 780-457-1939 Toll Free: 888-457-1910 Winnipeg:

525 Madison Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3H 0L6 Tel: 204-837-4961 • Fax: 204-779-3085 Toll Free: 888-679-2965

www.propworks.ca AMO# 105-99

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BASF

Booth

Flying ahead of the demand curve

By Gary Fellows, Technical Market Manager, BASF When women are asked which traits they look for in a husband, “a good listener” inevitably finds its way to the top of the list. Fortunately for the romantic prospects of most aerial applicators, that one is already covered. Or at least it should be – because good aerial applicators have plenty of practice in this area. Every day, you must listen to the demands of your customers and deliver if you want to stay in business.

But, like in any relationship, listening is only the first step. If you want relationships with your customers to flourish – and, in turn, your business – you’ll have to anticipate your customers’ demands and provide them with solutions before they even know they have a problem.

It worked for Joel Meyer. Meyer’s Wellsburg, Iowa-based aerial application operation, Meyer Agri-Air, has been in business for 20 years. Much of that has been spent as a one- or two-plane shop, but the operation recently went through a growth spurt.

How? By getting ahead of the demand curve.

“The past few years have brought growers more competition, more costs, more pressure for higher yields and more extreme weather than any time I can remember,” Meyer said. “And because of that, growers have prioritized Plant Health and demand it more than ever before.”

Instead of waiting for his customers to come to him for help with diseases threatening their fields, Meyer managed to solve their issues early on with Headline AMP® fungicide from BASF. “When we first implemented Headline AMP fungicide, we often took before and after photos of treatments to see how accurate and effective they were,” Meyer said. “After the treatments, you could tell with just

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a quick glance which crops were treated and which weren’t. We even had a neighboring farmer who wondered why his crops, only a few feet away, were not as green or healthy-looking.”

Neighboring growers weren’t the only ones who noticed. The kind of results Meyer achieved with Headline AMP fungicide drew the attention of other growers and created a cycle of demand that ultimately led to a huge expansion for his business.

“Growers in the area saw the results and asked us to do the same thing to their fields. It worked, and the next year the same thing happened. The demand for us grew, so we needed to increase our supply by adding planes and pilots,” Meyer said. “Now most growers can’t afford not to spray, and our business is reaping the benefits.”

But this cycle doesn’t start by itself; it often needs to be catalyzed by the applicator. And sometimes that means more than anticipating the customer’s demands – it means creating them.

While growers are usually on the lookout for ways to improve their operation, applicators shouldn’t take this for granted. After all, growers are busy people, their days filled with tasks from sunup to sundown, and they may not see every possible opportunity to improve. It’s your job to find these opportunities and provide solutions that make their fields better, even if they don’t see the need for it right away.

To do this, applicators need to become salesmen.

They need to plant a seed in growers’ minds, to prove to them that they need this product or service, even if they haven’t used it, thought about it or perhaps heard about it before – which is no small task, especially today.

“Farmers are doing a much better job of being

businessmen now,” said Dennie Stokes, owner of the Parkin, Arkansas-based Stokes Flying Service.

“They have a better eye for their expenses and try to minimize them at every turn.”

Stokes’ company has been in business since 1981, succeeding even when growers were trying to cut costs. Part of the reason he’s been successful is by convincing growers that his operation, and the products they offer, are not expenses at all – they’re investments.

“When some growers hear fungicide, they worry about the $25 or $30 per acre it will cost them and ignore the additional 10 bushels per acre we’ve seen it yield,” Stokes said. “That’s quite a hefty return, especially when spread across the majority of their acres. And we have to show them that.”

All gains come with a price, and yield increases are no different. But it’s an investment that needs to be made.

With fierce competition, rising input costs and everunpredictable weather, the margin for error is low in agriculture.

So if growers aren’t doing something to constantly protect yields, they aren’t likely to succeed.

“As my grandpa used to say, ‘You can save yourself broke if you’re not careful,’” Stokes said.

“Applicators can’t save farmers enough money to make them prosperous, but with the right timing, equipment and products, we can help them make a lot of money.”

Always read and follow label directions. Headline AMP is a registered trademark of BASF. ©2013 BASF Corporation. All Rights Reserved. 13-PH-0001ph-41

A successful partnership defies gravity.

BASF helps aerial applicators stay aloft. We create chemistry to bring you and your customers more innovative products, including industry-leading fungicides like Headline AMP ® fungicide.

BASF proudly sponsors the NAAA scholarship program and Operation S.A.F.E. Fly-ins. We provide your business with the lift it needs to keep climbing.

VISIT WWW.PLANT-HEALTH-PILOTS.COM TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW BASF SUPPORTS AERIAL APPLICATORS.

A lways r ead and follow label dir ect ion s . Headline AMP is a re gis tere d tr adema r k of BASF. ©2013 BASF Cor por ation. A ll R ights Reser ve d. APN 13 - PH - 0 0 02

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Lane Aviation

Booth

Honesty and integrity for over 68 years Grant Lane, owner and operator of Lane Aviation.

ROSENBERG, TEXAS — Come join Lane Aviation, Inc. at Booth # 515 during NAAA’s Trade Show and Exhibition being held December 9-12, 2013, in Reno, Nevada. We’ll be providing free draft beer and good Texas conversation about sales, service and parts for both new and used Air Tractors. Ask us about our very special convention sale price for the time proven, reliable Lane Aviation spray pump fan and brake combination.

With over 68 years serving the ag-aviation industry, Lane Aviation prides itself in maintaining a business ethic of honesty and integrity for every facet of the company. We are the #1 Air Tractor distributor for sales, service and support. Our diversity in ag-aviation, such as our spraying operation that utilizes two AT-502Bs, allows us to know how to best respond to the ag-operator’s needs. We understand the importance of time when there is an AOG situation and make every effort to respond as quickly as possible. Lane Aviation is strategically located near all forms of shipping, including overnight services such as UPS and FedEx, as well as air, rail and sea from Houston. Often times an operator’s problem can only be solved with a visit to his operation by owner, Grant Lane. This can include delivering or picking up an aircraft, or using a Lane Aviation company plane to fly in a vital part.

When it comes to Air Tractor aircraft sales, Grant Lane’s life long experience in the ag-aviation business has made Lane Aviation the #1 Air Tractor dealer, selling more Air Tractors than anyone else in the world. Lane Aviation was appointed the first Air Tractor dealer in 1974. Since then, beginning with the efforts of the late George Lane, son Grant has continued to provide the best choice of ag-aircraft, helping and advising customers every step of the way in the aircraft buying process.

Whether a customer is upgrading his Air Tractor fleet, or making the transition to the Air Tractor or to turbine power, Grant Lane’s experience can be counted on to help make the right buying decision.

Located in Rosenberg, Texas, Lane Air Park (T54), the Lane Aviation maintenance facility can handle every type of Air Tractor aircraft maintenance, as well as most all other ag-planes. This includes annual and routine inspections, major airframe repairs, engine exchanges and out-sourcing major engine repairs. With Air Tractor factory training and FAA-certified A&P and IA mechanics, customers are assured

Dona Jorden has been with Lane Aviation for 21 years and is responsible for your parts needs.

Angel Bailey is Office Manager. She handles overall company administrative duties. She has been with Lane Aviation for 17 years.

of the highest quality work for their aircraft.

Also located at Lane Air Park is the fully stocked parts division of Lane Aviation.

Not only is it essential to have readily available parts to ship to customers, this extensive parts inventory facilitates repairs made in the maintenance shop. A onestop parts division is a key element that assures customers of the best parts service for the highest quality repairs.

Simply put, Lane Aviation, Inc. is widely regarded as a “Best Practices” example for the agricultural aviation industry. Every ag-aviation operator customer can be confident they will receive unparalleled support. Lane Aviation, Inc. is dedicated to providing its customers with the most efficient service possible without compromise to safety and quality.

Visit us in Reno, Nevada # 515, near the Air Tractor exhibit.

Lane Electric Brake and Fan Assembly is easy to use, low maintenance, durable, 12/24-volt, with affordable replaceable parts, available in small and large sizes for multiple volumes.

Lane Aviation is a dealer for: • Transland • Air Tractor • Collins Air Conditioner • Hemisphere Air • Onboard Systems • Zee System

• Agrinautics • CP Products • Compro Smoker • Flight Grip • Weath-Aero • Pratt & Whitney

Lane Aviation also provides a wide variety of other aircraft parts such as Whelen, Cleveland, Hartzell, Spraying Systems, etc.

Stop by our booth #515 for a cold beverage and ask us about our Convention-Special pricing for the Lane Electric Brake and Fan Assembly.

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Getting down to bid-ness: things are heating up for NAAA’s 2013 auction As NAAA’s 47th Annual Convention & Exposition nears, several Allied Industry members have stepped forward with generous donations to NAAA’s Live Auction. The always entertaining Live Auction continues to be one of the Association’s most popular and successful fundraisers, but NAAA could not accomplish this without the support of our many friends and allies.

Last year NAAA raised nearly $370,000 at the Live Auction and close to $12,000 at the Silent Auction, the second-highest auction total ever, second only to the $460,000 in auction proceeds raised in 2010.

Nearly $200,000 of that 2012 amount came from Al and Mike Schiffer of Al’s Aerial Spraying in Ovid, MI, and Jon Pew of Sarita Aerial Contractors in Coolidge, AZ, who were the top bidders for P&WC’s certificates of credit for OEM parts and maintenance services for a large and small PT6A AG engine, respectively.

P&WC is upping the ante even further for the 2013 Live Auction. To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the PT6 engine, by contributing a brand new PT6A-34AG engine. Such an impressive gift is not unprecedented for P&WC. “As part of our 50th anniversary celebrations, it was important to us to make this contribution to NAAA’s Live Auction,” P&WC Vice President of General Aviation Denis Parisien said. “We hope this year’s pledge of a PT6A-34AG engine will contribute to establishing a new bidding record!”

“P&WC’s commitment to the ag industry and NAAA’s initiatives has enabled us to raise record dollar amounts, which provide income for NAAA projects and programs,” NAAA Executive Director Andrew Moore said. “We can’t thank them enough for their support.”

NAAA is very appreciative of the generosity shown by P&WC and numerous likeminded Allied Industry companies, its state associations and aerial applicator backers. Their contributions and auction purchases support the aerial application industry’s long-term livelihood by providing funding for association projects and programs.

NAAA is still in need of auction items to make this year’s auction its most successful one yet! To donate an auction item, fill out a form online at www.agaviation. org/content/live-and-silent-auctions or email your donation information to information@agaviation. org. Big-ticket items are usually reserved for the Live Auction, with smaller items allocated for the Silent Auction, but final determinations are made on site once all the offerings have been inventoried.

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Sampling of 2013 Auction Items Company

Item

Pratt & Whitney Canada

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the PT6 engine, Pratt & Whitney Canada is contributing a brand new PT6A-34AG engine. (See accompanying article for more details.)

AgAir Update

Lifetime Subscription to AgAir Update, Two pen and ink drawings by Richard DeSpain

Agrinautics

Agrinautics Pump assembly with Teflon Tuffcoat

AgriSmart Information Systems

Nexus 7 Tablet – 16GB

Air Plains Services

For Cessna 188 Operators Only: McCauley 3-Blade Propeller STC Paperwork Authorization (paperwork only, doesn’t include propeller)

Covington Aircraft

$15,000 Gift Certificate

Phoenix Aviation Managers and Matted print of “Leland’s Legacy” John “JT” Helms S&T Aircraft Accessories Inc.

Certificate for a Starter Generator Overhaul

Satloc

New L7 LB Lightbar – 4 Window Displays, Approach Warnings, Variable Color LEDs, Compatible with any M3, Bantam, IntelliStar and G4

Sea Glass Fine Art

Limited Edition 12-inch Fine Art Print selected from artist’s portfolio, or apply full value of your certificate to a larger print.

Star-Flex GPS Antenna Mount

Aircraft Windshield Sun Visor (for all models of Air Tractor)

Starr Aviation Agency

Citizen Blue Angels Skyhawk A-T Watch

Turbine Conversions

$2,000 gift certificate/card to use towards any Turbine Conversions products

United Turbine Corp.

Three separate Fuel Nozzle Labor and Hot Section Labor

Western Aviation

Aircraft Windshield Sun Visor (for all models of Thrush)

WRK of Arkansas & Garrco One-Day Operation S.A.F.E. Fly-In Clinic Products

2013 Auction Payment Information Auction Payment Arrangements NAAA items selling for $3,000 or more require either payment in full or a 10% deposit at the time of purchase. The balance must be paid within 30 days of the auction. Item will be transferred upon receipt of payment in full. Payment must be made via cash, certified check, credit card or wire transfer.

All items selling for less than $3,000 must be paid in full at the time of the auction. Payments may be made by cash, check or credit card (MasterCard, Visa and American Express).

Auction Payment Arrangements for PT6A-34AG Engine Potential buyers must provide a letter of credit from a financial institution to NAAA and place 10% down as an initial deposit. The estimated value of the engine is $350,000.

Auction Shipping Arrangements NAAA is not responsible for shipping auction items. You can make arrangements with GES to ship your auction purchases for you. GES can pack and ship anything you purchase.

936 Booth

Flying Tiger Aviation

Flying Tiger Aviation will be at the NAAA convention in booth 936. We are adding aircraft and infrastructure in developing a robust training program in association with Louisiana Delta Community College to prepare aspiring aerial application pilots for the current demand and future of agricultural aviation. We also have student funding through Louisiana Delta Community College. Come by our booth and let us show you how to get the best aerial application training in America with a Sallie Mae student loan. Our fleet includes seven different types of ag aircraft, to include a two-

seat turbine, and five different Ag GPS systems. The training includes two work day simulations that let you experience realistic ag pilot work in current ag aircraft. Our staff of ag instructors includes highly experienced and current ag pilots with a combined flight time total of more than 15,000 hours. The Tiger Inn, our trainee dorm, has been upgraded and we provide local transportation. We look forward to seeing you in Reno and eventually in Rayville, Louisiana as a customer and future ag pilot. Remember “Fear No Weevil” and safety first…integrity always.

Preferred Airparts Serving operators worldwide

You can check stock on Preferred’s web site, www. preferredairparts.com, or call, fax or e-mail the sales team a list of your parts requirements. Anyone with inventories of new parts to sell, anywhere in the world and “for nearly anything that flies”, can contact Preferred for an offer.

Contact info, phone 800-433-0814 US & Canada, 330-6980280 Intl, Fax 330-698-3164, sales2@preferredairparts.com

Preferred Airparts, of Kidron, Ohio, has been serving aircraft operators and maintenance facilities worldwide since 1982.

Their present stock includes over 11-million new parts for J-3s to jets.

Preferred has many parts for ag operators including Cessna and Piper airframe parts. They have a large inventory of new Grumman/Schweizer G164A/B-600 spares including structural members, sheet metal, landing gears, firewall forward for the R-1340, dispersal system components and more. New parts are sold from 25% to 85% Discounts ranging from off list. The company also has new, 25% to 85% off! used, and overhauled Continental and Lycoming engine parts at 50New surplus aircraft parts in stock for: 65% discount. Turbine engine parts Cessna, Piper, and many others, fixed and rotor wing! are a growing segment of Preferred Airparts’ business. Their ever• Airframe parts expanding stock is serving operators • Accessories and parts of P&W PT6A, Allison/Rolls Royce • Dispersal system parts 250 and other turbine and jet engines • Wheels, brakes and parts for parts, consumables and rotables.

• Propellers, blades and parts Wheels, brakes, and parts for many • Spark plugs, filters of all kinds aircraft are a strong point at Preferred, along with light units and repair parts • Engine parts, piston and turbine of all kinds. They have a wide selection • Hardware: AN, MS, NAS of consumables including air, oil, nline Free o ! and vacuum filters, spark plugs, and Search y r Invento other items for piston and turbine www.preferredairparts.com aircraft including ag. Preferred is now NEW SALES HOURS a distributer of Donaldson air filters 800-433-0814 Toll free, U.S. & Canada 7:15am to 8:00pm EST. and JP Aero Plastics windshields Tel. 330-698-0280 - Fax. 330-698-3164 Call or check online for details! and windows. Also they stock many sales2@preferredairparts.com popular Champion oil filters and Gill We Buy Worldwide! Inventories of new parts for almost anything. batteries to help you fill your order.

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Flying Tiger Aviation offers flight and ground training for budding ag pilots, and turbine transition training for more experienced pilots.

• Ground Instruction & Tail Wheel Training • Instruction for Pesticide Licensing Testing • Dual-Control Turbine Thrush • Dual-Control Ag Cat • Primary S.E.A.T. Training • Private Instrument & Commercial Instruction

Call now!

Call Now! FlyiNg Tiger aviaTioN 318-344-7581 FLYTIGERAVIATION@AOL.COM FLYINGTIGERSAVIATION.COM

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Turbine Installation, LLC

1224 Booth

Efficiency equals greater profits 5017 Aviation Way Caldwell, ID 83605

208-455-9350

www.turbinesllc.com tim@turbinesllc.com

Air Tractor AT-802 Powered by Honeywell TPE331-14GR 1650 SHP 4500 HSI/9000 CAM

Turbine Installation, LLC. is in the final phase of STC approval and will begin marketing the proven performance of the Honeywell TPE 331-14 engine for the Air Tractor AT-802 aircraft. The prototype AT-802-14 aircraft Tanker 873 has been showing the benefits of increased payload, fuel efficiency and desirable flight characteristics to the Single Engine Air Tanker community for the last four seasons.

With this we welcome Tanker 855 owned by New Frontier Aviation into the fleet of advanced SEAT aircraft and are prepared to move forward into production of installations for the AT-802 aircraft fleet. We invite you to stop by booth 1224 and discuss your future needs for your agricultural fleet.

skytractor.com 800-437-5319 16285 5th St. NE, Hillsboro. ND 58045 • 701-636-5880 • fax 701-636-5881 • skytractor@rrv.net

LYNX

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Sky Tractor Supply your COMPLETE ag aircraft dealer

Associate Dealer

312

Booth

Soaring The Book

Soaring, Adventures of an Aerial Applicator Teaching children about our aerial applicator superheroes A children’s book brought to you by Bethany Morton-Gannaway, daughter of a lifelong aerial applicator and firm believer in the importance of aerial application to our nation’s future. In whimsical, easy-to-read rhyme, Soaring tells the story of a young boy and his dream to save the world. When he takes a ride in a yellow airplane, he realizes that he can cross all his dreams off his list by becoming an aerial applicator. Beautifully illustrated, this 48-page, full-color children’s book is bound in hardcover with a dust jacket to preserve it for generations to come.

A gift for children of all ages, this book is available for purchase at our booth 312.

Come by to meet the author, Bethany Morton-Gannaway. She will be available to sign your copy.

This charming, yet educational story will be sure to inspire your future aerial applicators and help them become advocates for our industry. For more information, visit www.playcreategrow.com.

Booth #1213 & 1215

FOR ALL YOUR SPRAYING NEEDS:

www.midcont.net • 800-325-0885

DeSpain Collection Stone Coasters $29.99 DeSpain set of four stone coasters.

Set includes Ag-Cat, AT-502, Cessna, and Thrush 510

M A R K E T P L A C E

agairupdate-marketplace.com 478-987-2250

WEATH-AERO FAN • HYDRAULIC ELECTRIC • VALVE FOR MORE INFO CONTACT: JIM GRAVES 233 SAFETY ROAD • HOUMA, LA 70363

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Pratt & Whitney Canada P&WC’s Ag Advisory Board

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Seeking new ways to enhance the customer experience Pratt & Whitney Canada’s (P&WC) storied PT6 engines currently power thousands of aircraft used for agricultural purposes in the United States and abroad. For many years, P&WC has been designing and manufacturing aircraft engines specifically for the ag market, acting on the input of both operators and OEMs to create engines that meet the exacting standards required of aerial applicators.

“From the beginning we viewed the ag market as having its own distinctive dynamic within the General Aviation industry,” said Denis Parisien, Vice President, General Aviation. “We have long maintained an ongoing dialogue with its industry players and have been active participants at events such as the NAAA’s annual convention in order to tap in to the latest trends in the industry. Some of our most popular ag engines – such as the PT6A34AG and PT6A-67AG – stem from the excellent relationships we have built within this sector.”

Parisien said the company decided in 2011 to launch a new initiative tailored for the ag industry by creating an internal Ag Advisory Board. Members of the advisory board are drawn from virtually every department within P&WC – Engineering, Marketing, Customer Service, Leaseco, Communications, Field Operations, etc.

“The primary purpose of the advisory board is to enrich the customer experience for the ag industry,” said Parisien. “Obviously, delivering dependable engines that meet operator needs is the team’s modus operandi. To achieve that, board members take a highly customer-centric approach with the goal of creating solutions that simplify customers’ business operations.”

Operator benefits achieved through the work of the Ag Advisory Board have involved process improvements dealing with engine accessories (also known as

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Line Replaceable Units). “We wanted to introduce changes that made it faster and more convenient for customers dealing with accessories replacement,” said Yves Houde, Service Engineering, PT6, Customer Service, P&WC. “For example, we opened the exchange pool for overhauled components to the ag market, meaning they now have greater options when replacing accessories,” added Houde.

Knowing that most ag operations are small businesses for whom the bottom line is always a critical focus, P&WC introduced a program to keep upfront costs to a minimum for operators dealing with replacement accessories. Operators with an engine under first-run warranty can now receive accessory replacements at no initial charge. P&WC then examines the replaced accessory and only bills for the replacement if it is deemed not covered under warranty, thus ensuring that the operator conserves precious cash.

“We also maintain significant inventories for ag engines parts and accessories within our Parts Distribution Centres,” said Houde. “We target to

provide 12-hour parts delivery anywhere in North America which helps ensure minimal downtime for operators.” To assist in achieving this target, P&WC positioned material at a forward stocking location in Memphis, Tennessee, to extend the company’s carrier pick-up time by an additional six hours (from 6:00pm EST to 12:00am EST).

The Ag Advisory Board has made progress in a number of other areas as well such as by reducing paperwork for operators. “Operators told us that our engine rental contracts, for example, were too complicated,” Parisien said. “So we did a complete overhaul of the contract format to make it shorter and simpler.”

As Parisien noted, P&WC has been an active and enthusiastic participant at the NAAA annual convention for many years. The company has donated engines in the past to support the excellent work of the Association and has also been a strong supporter of PAASS (Professional Aerial Applicators’ Support System) which provides continuing education to NAAA members on safety, security and drift mitigation.

Two P&WC events are planned at this year’s NAAA convention -- the day-long PT6 engine seminar and the company’s evening reception.

They have both long been popular with the NAAA community. This year, the seminar will be held on Sunday, December 8 from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm and the reception will be held at 7:30 pm, Tuesday, December 10.

P&WC Launches Mobile App This summer, P&WC introduced an app designed to give its 10,000 operators around the world instant access to a host of services from all makes and models of wireless handheld, tablet and laptop devices. The app uses geographic positioning technology to identify the location of the user. It then provides contact information for the closest Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) facility in P&WC’s global Service Centre Network of both owned and designated facilities. The app gives direct telephone access to P&WC’s Customer First Centre (CFirst), which offers 24-7 service, providing operators with real-time personalized assistance.

The app is available at http://app.pwc.ca.

What makes a LEGEND? It starts with an idea, it grows with the PURPOSE to delight CUSTOMERS, and it’s born from VICTORY. But the only legends that are truly worth celebrating are those that carry on long after the first victory lap, where VISION, purpose and success are ongoing. This is the legend of the PT6 engine, and now it’s time for us to CELEBRATE 50 inspiring years of turboprop INNOVATION. Visit us at NAAA 2013 Booth #910

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FMC

FMC provides valuable crop protection solutions FMC Corporation has been serving agriculture long enough to know that new challenges in crop management are always on the horizon. Crop by crop, region by region, we’re dedicated to meeting these challenges head-on with innovative crop technologies that add value to your operation. And as we remain committed to investing in farming’s future, we are proud to support the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA).

Together, FMC and NAAA work to enhance the efficacy of aerial-applied pesticides. By providing innovative crop protection products, FMC delivers broadspectrum control and long-lasting activity to take away the challenges growers face today. These products help aerial applicators get effective control of weeds and insects. Bottom line, we’re in this together, and the only factor that determines our success is yours.

The use of aerial applied products often saves

TAKING PEST CONTROL AND YOUR BUSINESS TO NEW HEIGHTS. Your business is off the ground. Ours is firmly planted on it. And what we do down here can make your business up there much more successful. We develop innovative herbicides and insecticides that deliver effective control of pests for better yields and higher quality. Cadet® and Shark® H20 herbicides, and Hero,® Stallion® brand insecticide and Carbine® insecticides are just a few of the many FMC brands that will keep your business flying high.

Check us out at 2013 NAAA booth #921 to receive your commemorative NAAA Convention pin See your FMC Star Retailer for our products. Visit FMCcrop.com or call 888-59-FMC-AG for more information.

growers time.

In order to see high yield results, growers must take an active role in pest management. The use of aerial applied products often saves growers time. This can be critical during planting and throughout the growing season when pests or disease threaten a crop.

Agricultural aviation and FMC have the same goal – to encourage best management practices. An important player in the overall agriculture industry, aerial application is a critical component of high-yield agriculture. The focus for the grower must be to produce maximum yield. By utilizing aerial applications, growers can be more efficient and effective with their time and resources. This type of best management practice is encouraged by FMC. A diversified chemical company, FMC has served agricultural, industrial, environmental and consumer markets globally for more than a century with innovative solutions, applications and quality products. The company employs approximately 5,500 people throughout the world, and operates its businesses in three segments; Agricultural Products, Specialty Chemicals and Industrial Chemicals.

To learn more about FMC crop protection products, visit us at booth #921 or go online to www.FMCcrop.com.

Always read and follow label directions. Hero and Stallion brand are restricted use pesticides. Hero is not registered for use in California. Shark H2O is only registered for use in California. FMC, Cadet, Shark, Hero and Stallion are trademarks and Investing in farming’s future is a service mark of FMC Corporation. Carbine is a trademark of Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha, Ltd. ©2013 FMC Corporation. All rights reserved. F100-032297 9/13

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GE Aviation’s H80 Engine family extends its reach

GE Aviation’s H80 engine family continues its growth with more certifications, more deliveries and more applications.

The H80 engine received certification from nine aviation authorities in Europe, the US, Brazil, Argentina, Australia, Canada, China, Uruguay and Russia. Certification for South Africa is underway.

GE plans to continue pursuing additional certification based on where the customers will operate the engine.

In September, Beidahuang General Aviation Company received six of the 20 H80-powered Thrush 510G aircraft on order. The order from Beidahuang General Aviation Company, a subsidiary of the State-Owned-Enterprise Beidahuang Group in China, was the largest single order of Thrush Aircraft ever received.

GE Aviation has taken steps to ensure the H80 engines have a smooth entry into service for customers like Beidahuang. Line maintenance classes are offered to help

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customers learn how to keep their engines in top operating condition. GE Aviation has also developed an extensive network of service and support centers around the world, including in China. In July, GE Aviation signed an agreement with China Aviation Industry General Aircraft Co., Ltd. (CAIGA) to be the first Authorized Service Center for the H80 engine in China and perform line maintenance inspections and routine engine maintenance.

The H80 turboprop engine family incorporates GE’s 3-D aerodynamic design techniques and advanced materials to create a powerful, fuelefficient, durable engine with no recurrent fuel nozzle inspections and no hot section inspection.

The engines feature a service life of 3,600 flighthours or 6,600 cycles between overhauls. The H80 engine family also offers a standard auto start and limiting unit to simplify engine start-up as well as a choice of propeller governors to allow customers flexibility in propeller selection.

The engine family consists of the H75, H80 and H85 engines, which will be aimed at the agricultural, commuter, utility a n d

business turboprop aircraft segments. The H75 engine will be rated at 750 shaft horsepower (shp) for takeoff and maximum continuous operation, and the H85 will be rated at 850 shp.

Beyond the Thrush 510G, the H80 engine powers Aircraft Industries’ L410 that entered service this year and Technoavia’s all-new Rysachok twin engine aircraft. Last year, CAIGA selected GE Aviation’s H85 turboprop engine to power its Primus 150 aircraft, a five-seat, light single-engine pressurized turboprop business aircraft with a carbon fiber composite airframe. Flight testing of the H85powered Primus 150 is scheduled for this year. This spring, AIR-TEC signed an agreement to develop an engine upgrade program for the L 410 aircraft using the H75 engine.

“The H80 engine family has garnered strong interest around the general aviation industry,” said Jim Stoker, president and managing executive of GE Aviation’s Business and General Aviation Turboprops. “We are excited to expand the engine’s reach and increase our customer base around the world.”

GE Aviation, an operating unit of GE (NYSE: GE), is a world-leading provider of jet and turboprop engines, components and integrated systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft. GE Aviation has a global service network to support these offerings.

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rugged for a reason GE H80 Series engines are built to last with advanced materials and a robust turboprop design. Combining the latest technologies with modern 3D aerodynamic design, these powerplants deliver the enhanced takeoff power, dependable hot day performance and reduced cost of ownership required by the modern aerial applicator.

To experience the next generation of engine performance, call: Greg Ryan Sales Representative North and South America +1.954.292.5312 gregjames.ryan@ge.com

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MICCAR ag training testimony I would like to express my sincere appreciation for both the hospitality and technical guidance you provided during the ag professional training. I found the training to be practical, professional and effective. Having the opportunity to learn from a team with so much real world experience helped me to build the foundational skills required to be a safe and efficient ag pilot. Thank you to all the Miccar staff for your enthusiasm, knowledge, and willingness to share your expertise.

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Ag aviation the best deal in agriculture…what a great theme for the 2013 NAAA convention in Reno. All of us at TCL truly believe that ag aviation is the best deal in agriculture and work diligently to provide ag operators with products they need for their business to be true to the statement.

In Reno TCL is excited to have our popular Turbo Cat on display this year on the trade show floor. You will see in person why “two wings are better than one” when they have a P&W PT6 turbine mounted to the front.

For over 30 years, ISOLAIR has been manufacturing industry leading helicopter systems for the firefighting, forestry and aerial application industries. With a broad line of certified and custom For over 30 years, ISOLAIR has been manufacturing industry leading helicopter systems for the helicopter equipment, ISOLAIR has the system to fit your company’s needs. From agricultural spray firefighting, forestry and aerial application industries. With a broad line of certified and custom systems andequipment, bucket spreaders firefighting grapples torches, ISOLAIR can helicopter ISOLAIRtohas the systemsystems, to fit yourforestry company’s needs.and From agricultural spray and will do it forestry all! systems and bucket spreaders to firefighting systems, grapples and torches, ISOLAIR can With competitive pricing, quality assurance, easy to install products, and an ongoing commitment and will do it all! to customer service, we welcome you to contact us.toOur friendly and and knowledgeable staff is ready to With competitive pricing, quality assurance, easy install products, an ongoing commitment answer your questions help you the ISOLAIR best meet your to customer service, weand welcome youfind to contact us. Oursystem friendlythat and will knowledgeable staff isoperational ready to answer your questions and help you find requirements. the ISOLAIR system that will best meet your operational

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TCL will also have our best selling STC’d Single Point Fueling system on-site being demonstrated in booth 1024.

The Variable Rate Gate with new GatekeeperTM technology will be on site for you to see how we can help you be more profitable in 2014.

Make sure to stop by and talk for awhile, TCL offers 28 STC products to help ag operators run profitable businesses. We are sure to offer something that can help your business be the best deal in agriculture in 2014.

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Pickett Equipment

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Pickett doesn’t believe in “good enough” It would be easy to sell the same products every other loading equipment provider sells. The same pumps with the same underpowered gas engines. It would be very easy. But there’s a simple reason we don’t take the easy route: you, the aerial applicator.

We’ve been exhibiting at state aerial applicator conventions for over 40 years and the national for over 20. We could do as the other loading equipment providers do: not show up and just mail a catalog. That would be the easy thing to do. But we won’t do that for one simple reason: we feel that’s disrespectful to you.

We exhibit at the conventions because we like talking with aerial applicators. We’re pilots, too.

We enjoy meeting new people and chatting with old friends. But we don’t attend the conventions merely to socialize. We come to learn.

We’ve spent each convention learning something new. Something different. Something we can do to better serve you.

That’s why we worked with Flomax to develop the Model No. 29944. It’s the best pump available in terms of GPM, longevity and serviceability. You won’t find a better pump. We’ve looked.

Other vendors may not tell you there’s a better option; something faster. We feel it’s a disservice not to tell you. We want you to be happy with whatever it is you purchase from us. We want it to work season after season. It means fewer orders for us, but happier customers. Above all, we want you loading as quickly as possible, because every minute loading is one not spraying. We realize you only have so many days to spray. Fill those days with as many loads as possible. That’s what we’re all about.

Take the 29944 Flomax pump pictured below. It’s faster than any other 3” pump out there. It will give you up to 390 gallons a minute. You’ll fill your hopper in under three minutes. Every, time.

Only the Flomax 29944 has the high-speed, allstainless five vane impeller shown below.

Yes, we could sell a 3” pump hooked up to a Chinese gasoline engine. It would make things easier on our end. But it is inferior to a Flomax 29944 with a Honda or electric motor. We don’t want you having to key the starter more than once. We don’t want you waiting on your pump, burning money as you windmill. We don’t believe in “good enough.”

We at Pickett thank you for your continued support over the years. We look forward to seeing you in Reno!

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Visit us at Booth 807 for a wide selection of everything needed to keep you spraying. From fuel to chemical, if it loads it in, or sprays it out, we’ve got it.

There’s a reason we’ve hauled this hunk of iron around for 40 years of state shows and over 20 NAAA shows.

It’s not because it’s lightweight.

It’s because it’s the fastest 3” pump you can buy. It’s the PT6A of pumps. Anything less is like spraying with a 172.

We believe faster is better. Furthermore, if your pump is not a Flomax Model No. 29944, it’s costing you up to $5 EVERY TIME you load.

How many times a day do YOU load?

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Transland

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Transland acquires CP Products Transland and CP Products are pleased to announce that two of the most respected companies in the industry are teaming together to become an even stronger presence in the aerial application market.

Effective September 1st, CP Products became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transland.

James Frank, owner of Transland, said, “CP Products has been a successful and innovative part of the aerial and ground application industry for the past 22 years. It is our intent and responsibility to build on the product development heritage that they have left for us. The CP nozzles are a critical product line that we are excited to be able to offer our customers. We are fortunate that Carolyn felt that we were a great fit to continue the legacy that she, her father and Chris have established in the industry. It is not just the great products that have set CP Products apart, but its people. We are truly excited about adding these talented people to our team.”

According to Carolyn Baecker, “When the decision was made to seek a buyer for CP Products Company, the primary concern was finding an industryrespected firm which would continue producing innovative products for both aerial and ground

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spraying. Transland is the perfect fit. Transland’s familiarity with and commitment to the aerial application industry is just as strong as CP’s has been.

The CP brand is in good hands.”

CP Products has been a successful and innovative part of the aerial application industry for the past 22 years.

Transland General Manager Roberto Rodriguez said, “We are constantly looking for different ways to improve and diversify our product line. The acquisition of CP Products will strengthen our position as the leader in the manufacture of dispersal systems and allow us to provide another aspect of dispersal equipment to our customers.”

Anthonie York, who will be temporarily locating to Tempe, Arizona to assist in the transition of CP Products put it this way: “In an effort to focus on

serving our customers and our industry to the best of our ability, it makes perfect sense to have Transland and CP Products team up. From my time at fly-ins, conventions, NAAA board meetings and becoming a SAFE analyst, my path has crossed Carolyn’s many times. That is because we have the same focus and goal, and that is to better serve the customer and industry. Carolyn and her team have done a great job over the past 22 years. We are excited, humbled and grateful to serve and look forward to the opportunity before us.”

It is our intention to continue to use the exact same distributor base that has helped each company serve the industry and be successful. Our goal is to add value to the industry in general and our distributors in particular. Likewise, we will always gravitate to the distributors that work to add value to us and to the industry.

For more information on this, please contact: Anthonie York 940.636.4670 or visit www. translandllc.com or www.cpproductsinc.com.

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TracMap progress continues – interview with North American sales manager Mark Hornback Question: You came into this role 12 months ago knowing nothing about the ag aviation industry.

How have you found it?

been with the company they have added lots of improvements that I have asked for as a result of talking to pilots.

Mark: It’s been a big learning curve, but people have been great. That’s the thing about aerial applicators.

They don’t mind if you don’t know much to start with, as long as your attitude is right, and are prepared to learn.

And as far as customers go, you wouldn’t know it wasn’t a North American based business. We have a major distribution base just out of Atlanta, GA, so apart from special items, we can ship overnight to most places in the country.

Question: So you have learned a lot?

Question: We know about their GPS system for ag aviation. What else does TracMap do?

Mark: Heaps. In some ways it is a simple business, but the knowledge and skill required is immense.

But the biggest thing I have learned is how good the people are to deal with. It’s an industry where a lot of business is still based on a handshake.

Question: So you are enjoying it then?

Mark: Absolutely. At the end of the day, it’s a people and relationship business, and I like dealing with people. It’s a great feeling to talk to someone, find out what they want, provide it, and then get a phone call out of the blue a couple of months later from them saying how happy they are.

Also it’s great to know that all our customers are so willing to talk to other potential customers about how much they love their TracMap systems.

Question: TracMap is based out of New Zealand. Has that caused any issues for you?

Mark: Actually, it’s a plus. Those Kiwis’s seem to have a way of making things happen quicker and smarter than we do. Even in the time I have

Mark: They are very big in the ground industry in New Zealand. Most of the fertilizer and a lot of the spray that gets applied to New Zealand farms is with TracMap guidance, and now they are rapidly expanding into the viticulture industry in Australia, putting systems on grape harvesters and sprayers.

Mark in his favorite activity - meeting with customers, in this case Bart Alexander from Chem Air in LA Mark: It’s in final testing in New Zealand at the moment. We plan to launch it at the NAAA convention in early December.

But a lightbar is a lightbar. It has guidance lights top and bottom, and 4 sets of numbers it can display.

Question: What else is new?

Plus they are also used for lots of other things, like Mosquito control, Aerial Toxic Bait, Search and Rescue, and Fire.

Question: Ok, so it’s a good company and has a good product. What’s coming that is new?

Mark: The biggest thing is an external lightbar.

This is something I have been asking for since just after I started. Because of TracMap’s origins in helicopters, they only had an internal lightbar, and that has been a real issue for some customers, and costing us sales.

Question: So when are we going to see it, and how does it compare with the other lightbars out there?

Mark: TracLink, which is TracMap’s cloud based mapping system. Because TracMap have been doing cellular based map sending for seven years now, the system they have developed is just great. It’s simple and reliable, and makes sending maps from Flight Plan on Line and AgSync a real breeze.

Question: So the future is looking good?

Mark: Very much so. Last year was all a great learning experience. I am looking forward to getting around the various state conventions and catching up with the people I met for the first time last year.

It’s a busy time, but well worth it.

Come see us in Reno at booth 313 74E

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New Tunica, Mississippi division now open Since 1972, Covington Aircraft has worked very hard maintaining their four core values of integrity, dependability, affordability and quality service.

Quality service is one attribute that Covington is constantly monitoring and has always taken very serious.

Aaron Abbott, Covington’s Executive Vice President, says “Just because we think we’re serving the customers’ needs doesn’t always make it true.

We depend on our customers to tell us whether we’re making the grade or not. As we’ve traveled to the many ag shows, a repeated comment has surfaced over the last few years. ‘We wish you were more accessible and closer to us along the Mississippi River Delta.’”

Covington’s new Tunica, Mississippi location is

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an answer to those customer requests. Covington’s desire is to provide the same quality service customers have grown accustomed to having at the Covington Oklahoma location. Located just minutes from Memphis, their new state of the art facility will fulfill what their “Delta” customers are looking for, dependable, quality service close to home. Just out of Class B airspace on the new Tunica airport, Covington will be centrally located in the Mississippi Delta and able to provide expedited service to ag and corporate customers in the region.

“Our intentions in Tunica are to support our customers with rental power sections, engines and props,” says Luke Abbott, Covington Aircraft Engines President and Operations Manager of the Tunica location. “Whether a job requires the use of our airborne Mobile Response Team, one of our Mobile Response Team trucks, or our Tunica fly-in facility, we will only be minutes away from supporting a customer that needs assistance. We also intend to inventory the accessories, parts and products that our customers may need. Whether you fly into our Tunica hangar or we come to yours, you will be able to depend on our Tunica crew and you can expect the same great service you have

received from Covington Aircraft over the past 40 years. Covington will be Covington whether we are answering the phone in the” Delta” or in Oklahoma.

You will deal with the same people you are used to dealing with in Oklahoma. My family has relocated to the Tunica area and more Covington folks are on the way. We are serious about working and living here in the Delta, close to our customers.”

The Tunica location will be capable of taking care of your needs whether it’s an older PT6A-20 or the new PT6A-67F or even a radial engine. David Hamilton, Covington’s Turbine Shop VP in Oklahoma, says: “This isn’t an R & I shop solely depending on our facility in Oklahoma to carry the mechanical and technical load. We intend for our Tunica team to be able to meet the needs of the operators in the area, with full intentions of putting down deep roots in support of our customer’s business.” With Covington’s extensive rental pool, Pratt & Whitney Canada warranty support, and new or overhauled parts and engines; Covington is proud to be a part of what’s going on in the Mississippi Delta.

For more information about Covington Aircraft Tunica or to find out more about what Covington Aircraft has to offer, visit us on the web at covingtonaircraft.com or follow us on social media.

NAAA Convention

Floorplan AAU

adver tisers’ booth numbers Company Booth # A.E.R.O. (APS) 215 Aero Engines, Inc. 408 AeroFlow, Inc .

824 AgAir Update 919 Ag - Nav, Inc. 1201 Ag Air Turbines, Inc. 436 Agrinautics 904 AgriSmart Information Systems LLC 119 AgSync 907 Agtelligent 108 Air Repair, Inc. 1117 Air Tractor Inc 818 ASI Jet Sales 1209 Aviation Specialties Unlimited 836 BASF 1000 Battlefords Airspray 533 Biobor 736 Cascade Aircraft Conversions LLC 1018 Covington Aircraft Engines 918 CP Products Co., Inc. 812 Curtis Dyna-Fog Ltd 107

Dallas Airmotive 826 Davidon 635 Dyna Nav Systems, Inc. 709 Eagle Vistas LLC 600 Farm Air. Inc 631 Fire Boss 530 Flight Grip, LLC 633 Flying Tiger Aviation 936 FMC 921 Garrco Products, Inc. 301 GE Aviation 1100 Hardy Aviation Ins Inc. 700 Intercontinental Jet Corp 1226 Isolair, Inc. 439 J & C Enterprises, Inc 635 Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 1219 Kawak Aviation Technologies 733 Kimmel Aviation Insurance 400 Lane Aviation Inc. 515 Machida Borescopes 103 Mid-Cal Soaring Book 312 Mid - Continent 1213

NAAA 330 NationAir Aviation Insurance 218 North Star Aviation, inc 314 Pratt & Whitney Canada 910 Prime Turbines 607 Professional Insurance Mgmt.

331 Queen Bee Air Specialties 634 SATLOC 712 S & T Aircraft Accessories, Inc. 433 Sky Tractor Supply Co 512 Spectrum Electrostatic Sprayers, Inc. 1036 Tennessee Aircraft Co Inc 115 Thrush Aircraft Inc. 1200 TracMap NZ LTD 313 Transland 715 Tulsa Aircraft Engines 1222 Turbine Conversions LTD 1024 Turbine Installations LLC 1224 Turbines, Inc. 131 Valley Air Crafts 725

21st Annual NAAA Convention Show Guide

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SATLOC — AgJunction

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The new L7 lightbar and 7” screen Satloc released the new L7 Lightbar in 2013. Both the Satloc G4 and Satloc Bantam are now offering the L7 as a standard Lightbar. When the L7 is coupled with the G4, it features four LED displays with over 20 different options to view in each window. The high bright LEDs are the brightest LEDs that Satloc has ever used in a Lightbar. The L7 now offers an additional set of LEDs that can be used with a G4 for distance to a boundary edge, mark or waypoint.

LiteStar IIs also include the L7 as the standard Lightbar, and all M3s can upgrade to the L7 Lightbar.

Bantams, M3s and LiteStar IIs run in legacy mode with a 2-window display only. The L7 is completely waterpoof.

screen, but the new screen is designed by Satloc and modeled after the existing 9” G4 screen. Like the G4 screen, it has a high brightness feature for clear visibility in bright sunlight, and it allows low dimming for night flying.

creation of both liquid and dry-based prescription maps for variable rate applications. Existing Shape files can also be converted into Satloc prescription maps.

Connectivity with G4 and HQ

Every G4 is equipped with a Wi-Fi modem and router with amplifying antenna to allow logs and jobs to be synced with an office computer or tablet PC. The modem can be used to automatically move data from the aircraft to the office (or mobile device) without having to manually transfer through a USB stick.

The Satloc G4 includes a connectivity kit and a subscription to HQ, the AgJunction web-based program designed for the aerial application industry.

HQ can be run on a tablet PC, office computer or mobile device. The connectivity kit allows an operation to move data quickly and save time. It includes both a Wi-Fi and a cell-based modem, a router with amplifier, a video camera and an audio modem to connect a headset through the G4.

HQ

New 7” Screen

HQ is a web-based program for viewing aircraft and field data over Google Earth or Bing Maps. With HQ, aircraft can be tracked in real-time, log files can be stored and reviewed, job files can be created and the G4 can be accessed through remote access. Weather data can be accessed through HQ and locations can be pinpointed through Lat/Lon searches or through entry of legal descriptions (Section/Township/ Range). Spray Data reports and As-Applied maps can be generated and emailed straight from HQ.

At the NAAA convention in Dec 2013, Satloc will release a custom 7” touch screen that can be used with the Bantam or G4. Its overall length and width dimensions are the same as the current 7” Bantam

The AgJunction Prescription Map generator is being implemented into the HQ program and will be available for the 2014 season. It allows for the

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Wi-Fi Data Movement

Cell-based modem A cell-based modem can be used with the G4 in order to upload and download data in real-time. HQ can be used to send Job files on-the-fly to an aircraft or multiple aircraft. Job files are sent to specific G4s and stored in the cloud until downloading with a button push on the G4. Job files can be created and stored in HQ. Log files are associated with stored Job files for printing and emailing reports.

Remote Access A G4 can be accessed in real time from any remote computer through HQ. Through HQ, the G4 can be emulated on a remote computer screen (or mobile device) when the G4 is connected with a cell-based modem. This allows the pilot to pass access to another location so buttons can be activated remotely. This can be used for training and/or trouble-shooting.

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The Satloc® G4™

Advanced Aerial Guidance

Key G4 Features

Introducing the NEW L7 Lightbar

• Wireless transfer of logs and jobs • Access the G4 remotely through the Internet

The NEW L7 Lightbar with new Hi-Bright LEDs, 4 Displays and other new features including optional sun visor

• Ability to receive job files from AgSync & Flight Plan Online

HQ™ Instant Data Push/Pull

• New FAA obstacle warning database

• Hot keys enable you to quickly toggle to full map screen

• Live view of any aircraft or asset

• Laser altimeter support

• View, print or email as-applied spray maps

• Nearest swath feature

• Enter Section/Township/Range

• Create, view, manage and send job files to any aircraft with a G4

• Various weather layers including US & Canadian Radar and Wind

www.Satloc.com 8444 N. 90th Street, Suite 130 Scottsdale, Arizona 85258 USA

Phone: (480) 348-9919 Toll Free 800-247-3808

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A.E.R.O. (APS)........................................................... 10E Aero Engines, Inc.................................................... 48E AeroFlow, Inc ........................................................... 23E Ag Air Turbines, Inc................................................. 44E Ag-Nav, Inc. ........................................................18-19E Agrinautics................................................................ 30E AgriSmart Information Systems LLC.................. 37E AgSync....................................................................... 15E Agtelligent................................................................. 35E Air Plains Services................................................... 11E Air Repair, Inc........................................................... 47E Air South Insurance................................................ 33E Air Tractor Inc....................................................24-25E Aircraft Accessories of Oklahoma, Inc............... 16E Aircraft Cost Analysis............................................. 10E ASI Jet Sales, LLC..................................................... 52E Auger Dan, LLC....................................................... 16E Auto-Cal, Inc............................................................. 61E Aviation Specialties Unlimited ASU.......................9E BASF.....................................................................54-55E Battlefords Airspray............................................... 47E BioBor ....................................................................... 68E BrightPortal Resources, LLC................................. 16E Bruce’s Flying Service, Inc..................................... 10E Cascade Aircraft Conversions LLC...................... 27E Central Florida Ag Aero LLC................................. 17E Covington Aircraft Engines............................ 76, 80E CP Products Co., Inc............................................... 64E Curtis Dyna-Fog Ltd / Encap-It............................. 26E Dallas Airmotive, Inc............................................... 39E Davidon..................................................................... 33E Dyna Nav Systems, Inc. ......................................... 52E Eagle Vistas LLC....................................................... 11E Falcon Insurance Agency, Inc. ............................. 17E Farm Air. Inc.......................................................42-43E Fire Boss / Wipaire.................................................. 31E Flight Grip, LLC........................................................ 15E Flying Tiger Aviation................................................ 59E FMC Corp.................................................................. 65E Garrco Products, Inc.............................................. 29E GE Aviation ........................................................66-67E Hardy Aviation Ins Inc. .......................................... 45E Hershey Flying Service........................................... 14E Intercontinental Jet Corp...................................... 20E Isolair, Inc.................................................................. 70E J & C Enterprises, Inc.............................................. 32E Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc............................... 28E Kawak Aviation Technologies............................... 31E Kimmel Aviation Insurance................................... 38E Lane Aviation Inc..............................................56-57E Machida Borescopes............................................. 17E Miccar Aerial Ltd..................................................... 69E Micro AeroDynamics.............................................. 69E Mid - Continent...................................33, 45, 61, 68E Mid-Cal Ag Aviation / Soaring............................... 61E Midwest Turbine Service MTS.............................. 11E NationAir Aviation Insurance .............................. 22E North Star Aviation, inc.......................................... 34E Pickett Equipment Co., Inc................................... 71E Pratt & Whitney Canada PWC....................... 62-63E Preferred Airparts................................................... 59E Prime Turbines / Killick Aerospace........................9E Professional Insurance Mgmt.............................. 51E PropWorks Propeller Systems, Inc..................... 53E Queen Bee Air Specialties.................................... 32E R. T. Turbines, Inc.................................................... 51E Rocky Mountain Propellers.................................. 50E S & T Aircraft Accessories, Inc.............................. 53E Sanag......................................................................... 23E SATLOC ...............................................................78-79E Sky Tractor Supply Co............................................ 60E Southeastern Aircraft Sales.................................. 20E Souther Field Aviation, Inc.................................... 30E Southern Aircraft Maintenance........................... 64E Southwest Airmotive Corp.................................... 23E Spectrum Electrostatic Sprayers, Inc................. 20E Tennessee Aircraft Co Inc..................................... 33E Thrush Aircraft Inc.................................................2-3E TRACE Engines LP................................................... 36E TracMap NZ LTD...............................................74-75E Transland ...........................................................72-73E Tulsa Aircraft Engines............................................ 46E Turbine Aircraft Services, Inc............................... 17E Turbine Conversions LTD..................................... 70E Turbine Installations LLC / Flight Doctor........... 60E Turbines, Inc.......................................................40-41E Universal Turbine Parts ........................................ 14E Valley Air Crafts........................................................ 49E Zee Systems Inc...................................................... 50E

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